GRE Word List
ABEYANCE
a state of temporary inactivity : suspension
The meaning of the word abeyance is a state of temporary inactivity : suspension.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| insalubrious | not conducive to health : unwholesome |
| sensuous | of or relating to the senses or sensible objects |
| vilify | to utter slanderous and abusive statements against : defame |
| choleric | easily moved to often unreasonable or excessive anger : hot-tempered |
| devious | wandering |
| sedate | keeping a quiet steady attitude or pace : unruffled |
| animadversion | a critical and usually censorious remark |
| stymie | to present an obstacle to : stand in the way of |
| compilation | the act or process of compiling |
| discernible | able to be perceived by a sense (such as sight or smell) or by the mind : capable of being discerned |