GRE Word List
VELOCITY
quickness of motion : speed
The meaning of the word velocity is quickness of motion : speed.
Random words
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| amphitheater | an oval or circular building with rising tiers of seats ranged about an open space and used in ancient Rome especially for contests and spectacles |
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| suffragist | one who advocates extension of suffrage especially to women |
| succor | relief |
| traverse | to go or travel across or over |
| cliche | a trite phrase or expression |
| cant | the expression or repetition of conventional or trite opinions or sentiments |
| pathological | of or relating to pathology |
| disinclination | a preference for avoiding something : slight aversion |
| indemnify | to secure against hurt, loss, or damage |