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

WordMeaning
ultimatelast in a progression or series : final
abrogateto abolish by authoritative action : annul
fanaticismfanatic outlook or behavior
nursea person who cares for the sick or infirm
promiscuoushaving or involving many sexual partners : not restricted to one sexual partner or few sexual partners
pinnaclean upright architectural member generally ending in a small spire and used especially in Gothic construction to give weight especially to a buttress
grillto broil on a grill
unassumingnot assuming : modest
penetrateto pass into or through
repellentserving or tending to drive away or ward off