GRE Word List
RECESS
the action of receding : recession
The meaning of the word recess is the action of receding : recession.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| recourse | a turning to someone or something for help or protection |
| encomiastic | one that praises : eulogist |
| pitfall | trap |
| pulmonary | of, relating to, affecting, or occurring in the lungs |
| extemporaneous | composed, performed, or uttered on the spur of the moment : impromptu |
| remission | the act or process of remitting |
| dissipate | to break up and drive off |
| vain | having or showing undue or excessive pride in one's appearance or achievements : conceited |
| ebb | the reflux of the tide toward the sea |
| culinary | of or relating to the kitchen or cookery |