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
fraileasily led into evil
equivocateto use equivocal language especially with intent to deceive
implyto express indirectly
expurgateto cleanse of something morally harmful, offensive, or erroneous
stratifiedformed, deposited, or arranged in stable layers or strata
plebiscitea vote by which the people of an entire country or district express an opinion for or against a proposal especially on a choice of government or ruler
trougha long shallow often V-shaped receptacle for the drinking water or feed of domestic animals
buffooneryfoolish or playful behavior or practice
reaperone that reaps
vainhaving or showing undue or excessive pride in one's appearance or achievements : conceited