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
captiousmarked by an often ill-natured inclination to stress faults and raise objections
consonantbeing in agreement or harmony : free from elements making for discord
downcastlow in spirit : dejected
healthfulbeneficial to health of body or mind
detrimentalobviously harmful : damaging
blackballto vote against
pulverizeto reduce (as by crushing, beating, or grinding) to very small particles : atomize
taintto contaminate morally : corrupt
repineto feel or express dejection or discontent : complain
momentoushaving great or lasting importance : consequential