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
acquiesceto accept, comply, or submit tacitly or passively
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wastrelvagabond
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deadpanmarked by an impassive matter-of-fact manner, style, or expression