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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| preponderance | a superiority in weight, power, importance, or strength |
| embrace | to clasp in the arms : hug |
| bridle | the headgear with which a horse is governed and which carries a bit (see bit |
| gratuity | something given voluntarily or beyond obligation usually for some service |
| attrition | sorrow for one's sins that arises from a motive other than that of the love of God |
| resort | one that affords aid or refuge : resource |
| unaccountable | not to be accounted for : inexplicable |
| adherent | one who adheres to something: such as |
| pall | to lose strength or effectiveness |
| evince | to constitute outward evidence of |