GRE Word List

ABEYANCE

a state of temporary inactivity : suspension

The meaning of the word abeyance is a state of temporary inactivity : suspension.

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WordMeaning
simperto smile in a silly, affected, or ingratiating manner
equityjustice according to natural law or right
triflinglacking in significance or solid worth: such as
mangyaffected with or resulting from mange
monetaryof or relating to money or to the mechanisms by which it is supplied to and circulates in the economy
pigmenta substance that imparts black or white or a color to other materials
impelto urge or drive forward or on by or as if by the exertion of strong moral pressure : force
reciprocateto give and take mutually
dotagea state or period of senile decay marked by decline of mental poise and alertness
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