GRE Word List

VELOCITY

quickness of motion : speed

The meaning of the word velocity is quickness of motion : speed.

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WordMeaning
conclavea private meeting or secret assembly
waverto vacillate irresolutely between choices : fluctuate in opinion, allegiance, or direction
subterfugedeception by artifice or stratagem in order to conceal, escape, or evade
resolveto deal with successfully : clear up
affablebeing pleasant and at ease in talking to others
dissertationan extended usually written treatment of a subject
avocationa subordinate occupation pursued in addition to one's vocation especially for enjoyment : hobby
slapto strike sharply with or as if with the open hand
revoketo annul by recalling or taking back : rescind
defunctno longer living, existing, or functioning