GRE Word List

CESSATION

a temporary or final ceasing (as of action) : stop

The meaning of the word cessation is a temporary or final ceasing (as of action) : stop.

Random words

WordMeaning
imprecationcurse
scavengeto remove (dirt, refuse, etc.) from an area
condimentssomething used to enhance the flavor of food
harbingersomething that foreshadows a future event : something that gives an anticipatory sign of what is to come
invincibleincapable of being conquered, overcome, or subdued
validhaving legal efficacy or force
expurgateto cleanse of something morally harmful, offensive, or erroneous
judiciarya system of courts of law
stampedea wild headlong rush or flight of frightened animals
plebeiana member of the Roman plebs