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
asinineextremely or utterly foolish or silly
hutan often small and temporary dwelling of simple construction : shack
impregnableincapable of being taken by assault : unconquerable
vilifyto utter slanderous and abusive statements against : defame
stygianof or relating to the river Styx
patriciana member of one of the original citizen families of ancient Rome
incisiveimpressively direct and decisive (as in manner or presentation)
tokena piece resembling a coin issued for use (as for fare on a bus) by a particular group on specified terms
inflateddistended with air or gas
suppressto put down by authority or force : subdue