GRE Word List

RECESS

the action of receding : recession

The meaning of the word recess is the action of receding : recession.

Random words

WordMeaning
quizzicalcomically quaint
anthropoidany of a suborder (Anthropoidea) of higher primates (such as macaques and marmosets)
subtletythe quality or state of being subtle
contrivedhaving an unnatural or false appearance or quality : artificial
frolicsomefull of gaiety : playful
belaborto attack verbally
belateddelayed beyond the usual time
abideto bear patiently : tolerate
sinuousof a serpentine or wavy form : winding
vieto strive for superiority : contend