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.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| monotheism | the doctrine or belief that there is but one God |
| reproach | an expression of rebuke or disapproval |
| patronize | to act as patron of : provide aid or support for |
| maleficent | working or productive of harm or evil : baleful |
| terminal | leading ultimately to death : fatal |
| gentility | the condition of belonging to the gentry |
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| beget | to procreate as the father : sire |
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| bereaved | suffering the death of a loved one |