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
tangentialtouching lightly : incidental
ancillarysubordinate
tawnyof the color tawny
decimateto select by lot and kill every tenth man of
composurea calmness or repose especially of mind, bearing, or appearance : self-possession
collateralproperty (such as securities) pledged by a borrower to protect the interests of the lender
limpto walk lamely
lagone that lags or is last
imperiousmarked by arrogant assurance : domineering
resignationan act or instance of resigning something : surrender