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

WordMeaning
bodeto indicate (something, such as a future event) by signs : presage
congealto change from a fluid to a solid state by or as if by cold
blunderto move unsteadily or confusedly
vetoan authoritative prohibition : interdiction
hypnosisa trancelike state that resembles sleep but is induced by a person whose suggestions are readily accepted by the subject
penetrateto pass into or through
practicablecapable of being put into practice or of being done or accomplished : feasible
erratichaving no fixed course : wandering
embitterto excite bitter feelings in
contaminateto soil, stain, corrupt, or infect by contact or association