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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| Word | Meaning |
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| takeoff | a rise or leap from a surface in making a jump or flight or an ascent in an aircraft or in the launching of a rocket |
| periphery | the perimeter of a circle or other closed curve |
| satirical | of, relating to, or constituting satire |
| scoff | an expression of scorn, derision, or contempt : gibe |
| salient | moving by leaps or springs : jumping |
| yokel | a naive or gullible inhabitant of a rural area or small town |
| sordid | marked by baseness or grossness : vile |
| impede | to interfere with or slow the progress of |
| ethos | the distinguishing character, sentiment, moral nature, or guiding beliefs of a person, group, or institution |
| wispy | a small handful (as of hay or straw) |