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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rescindto take away : remove
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affablebeing pleasant and at ease in talking to others
antithesisthe direct opposite
dissentto withhold assent or approval
aperturean opening or open space : hole
impingeencroach
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