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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| euthanasia | the act or practice of killing or permitting the death of hopelessly sick or injured individuals (such as persons or domestic animals) in a relatively painless way for reasons of mercy |
| resignation | an act or instance of resigning something : surrender |
| antiseptic | opposing microbial infection |
| incriminate | to charge with or show evidence or proof of involvement in a crime or fault |
| falter | to walk unsteadily : stumble |
| seasonal | of, relating to, or varying in occurrence according to the season |
| bandy | to discuss lightly or banteringly |
| nicety | the quality or state of being nice |
| bereaved | suffering the death of a loved one |
| compress | to press or squeeze together |