GRE Word List

INTERREGNUM

the time during which a throne is vacant between two successive reigns or regimes

The meaning of the word interregnum is the time during which a throne is vacant between two successive reigns or regimes.

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WordMeaning
eminentexhibiting eminence especially in standing above others in some quality or position : prominent
naivetea naive remark or action
dormantrepresented on a coat of arms in a lying position with the head on the forepaws
incarnationthe act of incarnating : the state of being incarnate
substantivehaving substance : involving matters of major or practical importance to all concerned
dieto pass from physical life : expire
felicitythe quality or state of being happy
stagnantnot flowing in a current or stream
slinkto go or move stealthily or furtively (as in fear or shame) : steal
hummocka rounded knoll or hillock