GRE Word List

ANTICLIMAX

the usually sudden transition in discourse from a significant idea to a trivial or ludicrous idea

The meaning of the word anticlimax is the usually sudden transition in discourse from a significant idea to a trivial or ludicrous idea.

Random words

WordMeaning
deviateto stray especially from a standard, principle, or topic
forbearancea refraining from the enforcement of something (such as a debt, right, or obligation) that is due
desiccateto dry up
boundfastened by or as if by a band : confined
paucitysmallness of number : fewness
resignationan act or instance of resigning something : surrender
comportto be fitting : accord
paupera person destitute of means except such as are derived from charity
deb\^aclesudden disastrous downfall or defeat; complete disaster
tensioninner striving, unrest, or imbalance often with physiological indication of emotion