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
impassivegiving no sign of feeling or emotion : expressionless
sphinx-likeenigmatic; mysterious
oratorioa lengthy choral work usually of a religious nature consisting chiefly of recitatives, arias, and choruses without action or scenery
constraintthe act of constraining
reverberatereflect
blurtto utter abruptly and impulsively
impetusa driving force : impulse
promoteto advance in station, rank, or honor : raise
rummageto make a thorough search or investigation
balkto refuse abruptly