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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erudite | having or showing knowledge that is gained by studying : possessing or displaying erudition |
recast | to cast again |
turbulence | the quality or state of being turbulent: such as |
epicure | one with sensitive and discriminating tastes especially in food or wine |
scotch | scottish |
musty | impaired by damp or mildew : moldy |
autopsy | an examination of a body after death to determine the cause of death or the character and extent of changes produced by disease |
missive | a written communication : letter |
unique | being the only one : sole |
disparage | to depreciate (see depreciate |