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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indenturea document or a section of a document that is indented
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artfulperformed with or showing art or skill
clapto strike (two things, such as two flat, hard surfaces) together so as to produce a sharp percussive noise
ambrosiathe food of the Greek and Roman gods
occludeto close up or block off : obstruct
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terrestrialof or relating to the earth or its inhabitants
vulgarlacking in cultivation, perception, or taste : coarse
humanitariana person promoting human welfare and social reform : philanthropist