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
slapto strike sharply with or as if with the open hand
negligibleso small or unimportant or of so little consequence as to warrant little or no attention : trifling
adherentone who adheres to something: such as
compilationthe act or process of compiling
preposterouscontrary to nature, reason, or common sense : absurd
distinctivemarking as separate or different : serving to distinguish
pompositypompous demeanor, speech, or behavior
convergeto tend or move toward one point or one another : come together : meet
discloseto make known or public
intoxicateto excite or stupefy by alcohol or a drug especially to the point where physical and mental control is markedly diminished