GRE Word List

QUIESCENT

marked by inactivity or repose : tranquilly at rest

The meaning of the word quiescent is marked by inactivity or repose : tranquilly at rest.

Random words

WordMeaning
ostensibleintended for display : open to view
compatiblecapable of existing together in harmony
forwardnear, being at, or belonging to the forepart
snuffleto snuff or sniff usually audibly and repeatedly
vestigea trace, mark, or visible sign left by something (such as an ancient city or a condition or practice) vanished or lost
lopean easy natural gait of a horse resembling a canter
excerpta passage (as from a book or musical composition) selected, performed, or copied : extract
solicitousmanifesting or expressing solicitude
magnatea person of rank, power, influence, or distinction often in a specified area
intimatemarked by a warm friendship developing through long association