GRE Word List

RECESS

the action of receding : recession

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

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WordMeaning
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pass_offpresent falsely; represent falsely to be
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evocativeevoking or tending to evoke an especially emotional response
timorousof a timid disposition : fearful
distraughtagitated with doubt or mental conflict or pain
buttressa projecting structure of masonry or wood for supporting or giving stability to a wall or building
hierarchya division of angels
condigndeserved