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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WordMeaning
adversitya state or instance of serious or continued difficulty or misfortune
uproariousmarked by uproar
metamorphosischange of physical form, structure, or substance especially by supernatural means
forebearsancestor
valedictionan act of bidding farewell
roilto make turbid by stirring up the sediment or dregs of
commemorateto call to remembrance
paucitysmallness of number : fewness
takeoffa rise or leap from a surface in making a jump or flight or an ascent in an aircraft or in the launching of a rocket
propoundto offer for discussion or consideration