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
abstrusedifficult to comprehend : recondite
conventionagreement
groucha fit of bad temper
prostratestretched out with face on the ground in adoration or submission
opaqueblocking the passage of radiant energy and especially light : exhibiting opacity (see opacity
urgentcalling for immediate attention : pressing
preamblean introductory statement
deliberateto think about or discuss issues and decisions carefully
gloatto observe or think about something with triumphant and often malicious satisfaction, gratification, or delight
celibateof, relating to, or characterized by celibacy: