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 |
|---|---|
| codicil | a legal instrument made to modify an earlier will |
| circuit | a usually circular line encompassing an area |
| draconian | of, relating to, or characteristic of Draco or the severe code of laws held to have been framed by him |
| dull | tedious |
| inequity | injustice |
| precipitant | precipitate |
| dwindle | to become steadily less : shrink |
| dishearten | to cause to lose hope, enthusiasm, or courage : to cause to lose spirit or morale |
| rarefied | being less dense |
| vegetate | to lead a passive existence without exertion of body or mind |