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
engageto offer (something, such as one's life or word) as backing to a cause or aim : to expose to risk for the attainment or support of some end
anarchista person who rebels against any authority, established order, or ruling power
restivestubbornly resisting control : balky
transgressionan act, process, or instance of transgressing: such as
caliberdegree of mental capacity or moral quality
gallowsa frame usually of two upright posts and a transverse beam from which criminals are hanged
impregnateto cause to be filled, imbued, permeated, or saturated
shudderto tremble convulsively : shiver
itineranttraveling from place to place
remissnegligent in the performance of work or duty : careless