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 |
|---|---|
| tedium | the quality or state of being tedious : tediousness |
| nonplus | a state of bafflement or perplexity : quandary |
| regimen | a systematic plan (as of diet, therapy, or medication) especially when designed to improve and maintain the health of a patient |
| sarcasm | a sharp and often satirical or ironic utterance designed to cut or give pain |
| contortions | to twist in a violent manner |
| writ | something written : writing |
| dissuade | to advise (a person) against something |
| plaster | a medicated or protective dressing that consists of a film (as of cloth or plastic) spread with a usually medicated substance |
| strut | to become turgid : swell |
| exude | to ooze out |