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
immaculatespotlessly clean
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institutionalizeto make into an institution : give character of an institution to
debristhe remains of something broken down or destroyed
titanichaving great magnitude, force, or power : colossal
yokea wooden bar or frame by which two draft animals (such as oxen) are joined at the heads or necks for working together
superannuatedoutmoded
maverickan unbranded range animal
breachinfraction or violation of a law, obligation, tie, or standard
swaggerto conduct oneself in an arrogant or superciliously pompous manner