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 |
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intrigue | the practice of engaging in secret schemes |
vortex | something that resembles a whirlpool |
quiescent | marked by inactivity or repose : tranquilly at rest |
bombast | pretentious inflated speech or writing |
promulgate | to make (an idea, belief, etc.) known to many people by open declaration : proclaim |
denigrate | to attack the reputation of : defame |
plebiscite | a vote by which the people of an entire country or district express an opinion for or against a proposal especially on a choice of government or ruler |
incrustation | a crust or hard coating |
humor | that quality which appeals to a sense of the ludicrous or absurdly incongruous : a funny or amusing quality |
denizen | inhabitant |