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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| contention | a point advanced or maintained in a debate or argument |
| recumbent | suggestive of repose : leaning |
| frieze | a heavy durable coarse wool and shoddy fabric with a rough surface |
| crest | a showy tuft or process on the head of an animal and especially a bird see bird illustration |
| opprobrium | something that brings disgrace |
| felon | one who has committed a felony |
| testy | easily annoyed : irritable |
| larder | a place where food is stored : pantry |
| surfeit | an overabundant supply : excess |
| except | with the exclusion or exception of |