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 |
|---|---|
| acquittal | a setting free from the charge of an offense by verdict, sentence, or other legal process |
| composure | a calmness or repose especially of mind, bearing, or appearance : self-possession |
| inadvertently | unintentional |
| broach | brooch |
| tessellated | having a checkered appearance |
| invective | insulting or abusive language : vituperation |
| revile | to subject to verbal abuse : vituperate |
| laggard | lagging or tending to lag : slow especially compared to others of the same kind |
| shoot | to eject or impel or cause to be ejected or impelled by a sudden release of tension (as of a bowstring or slingshot or by a flick of a finger) |
| natal | native |