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 |
|---|---|
| amnesty | the act of an authority (such as a government) by which pardon is granted to a large group of individuals |
| groove | a long narrow channel or depression |
| hide | to put out of sight : secrete |
| verbatim | in the exact words : word for word |
| unceremonious | not ceremonious : informal |
| truncate | to shorten by or as if by cutting off |
| cynosure | the northern constellation Ursa Minor |
| raffle | to engage in a raffle |
| indemnify | to secure against hurt, loss, or damage |
| speechless | unable to speak : dumb |