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
similea figure of speech comparing two unlike things that is often introduced by like or as (as in cheeks like roses) compare metaphor
peremptoryputting an end to or precluding a right of action, debate, or delay
comelypleasurably conforming to notions of good appearance, suitability, or proportion
requiema mass for the dead
loquaciousfull of excessive talk : wordy
lampoonsatire
extantcurrently or actually existing
ineluctablenot to be avoided, changed, or resisted : inevitable
plagiarizeto steal and pass off (the ideas or words of another) as one's own : use (another's production) without crediting the source
malicioushaving or showing a desire to cause harm to someone : given to, marked by, or arising from malice