GRE Word List
ABSCISSION
the act or process of cutting off : removal
The meaning of the word abscission is the act or process of cutting off : removal.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| marshal | a high official in the household of a medieval king, prince, or noble originally having charge of the cavalry but later usually in command of the military forces |
| daunt | to lessen the courage of : cow |
| thesis | a dissertation embodying results of original research and especially substantiating a specific view |
| jest | a joking or mocking remark |
| hue | overall character or appearance to the mind : complexion |
| steep | lofty |
| amass | to collect for oneself : accumulate |
| pivotal | of, relating to, or constituting a pivot |
| prevalent | generally or widely accepted, practiced, or favored : widespread |
| monotheism | the doctrine or belief that there is but one God |