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.

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encompassinclude
propsomething that props or sustains : support
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impromptumade, done, or formed on or as if on the spur of the moment : improvised
muddleto make turbid or muddy
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somberso shaded as to be dark and gloomy
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blatantnoisy especially in a vulgar or offensive manner : clamorous