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
unceremoniousnot ceremonious : informal
catastrophea momentous tragic event ranging from extreme misfortune to utter overthrow or ruin
chisela metal tool with a sharpened edge at one end used to chip, carve, or cut into a solid material (such as wood, stone, or metal)
sinecurean office or position that requires little or no work and that usually provides an income
lubricateto make smooth or slippery
posteritythe offspring of one progenitor to the furthest generation
espionagethe practice of spying or using spies to obtain information about the plans and activities especially of a foreign government or a competing company
solicitorone that solicits
disportsport
rumbleto make a low heavy rolling sound