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

WordMeaning
chaperona person (such as a matron) who for propriety (see propriety
passiveacted upon by an external agency
insensatelacking sense or understanding
bereavedsuffering the death of a loved one
psychicof or relating to the psyche : psychogenic
corpusclea minute particle
poseto set forth or offer for attention or consideration
bombardmenta late medieval cannon used to hurl large stones
seepto flow or pass slowly through fine pores or small openings : ooze
parryto ward off a weapon or blow