GRE Word List

VORTEX

something that resembles a whirlpool

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

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septicof, relating to, or causing putrefaction
aridexcessively dry
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multifarioushaving or occurring in great variety : diverse
mandatoryrequired by a law or rule : obligatory
cadeta younger brother or son
weanto accustom (a young child or animal) to take food otherwise than by nursing
ineffectualnot producing the proper or intended effect : futile
indeliblethat cannot be removed, washed away, or erased
nauseateto become affected with nausea