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 |
|---|---|
| solitude | the quality or state of being alone or remote from society : seclusion |
| slaughter | the act of killing |
| mendacious | given to or characterized by deception or falsehood or divergence from absolute truth |
| colander | a perforated utensil for washing or draining food |
| approbation | commendation |
| residual | remainder |
| peddle | to travel about with wares for sale |
| bawdy | boisterously or humorously indecent |
| obstetrician | a physician specializing in obstetrics |
| pulpit | an elevated platform or high reading desk used in preaching or conducting a worship service |