GRE Word List

VORTEX

something that resembles a whirlpool

The meaning of the word vortex is something that resembles a whirlpool.

Random words

WordMeaning
perpetuateto make perpetual or cause to last indefinitely
exertionthe act or an instance of exerting
asteroidany of the small rocky celestial bodies found especially between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter
upshotthe final result : outcome
terminuseither end of a transportation line or travel route
tokena piece resembling a coin issued for use (as for fare on a bus) by a particular group on specified terms
heterogeneousconsisting of dissimilar or diverse ingredients or constituents : mixed
solitudethe quality or state of being alone or remote from society : seclusion
piedof two or more colors in blotches
defaultfailure to do something required by duty or law : neglect