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.

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WordMeaning
assayto analyze (something, such as an ore) for one or more specific components
bravehaving or showing mental or moral strength to face danger, fear, or difficulty : having or showing courage
remitto lay aside (a mood or disposition) partly or wholly
enervatelacking physical, mental, or moral vigor : enervated
depravitya corrupt act or practice
corollarya proposition (see proposition
buffoona ludicrous figure : clown
promontorya high point of land or rock projecting into a body of water
sluran insulting or disparaging remark or innuendo : aspersion
deadpanmarked by an impassive matter-of-fact manner, style, or expression