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
missivea written communication : letter
indulgeto yield to the desire of : humor
linguisticof or relating to language or linguistics
scrupuloushaving moral integrity : acting in strict regard for what is considered right or proper
discomposeto destroy the composure of
veracityconformity with truth or fact : accuracy
bravehaving or showing mental or moral strength to face danger, fear, or difficulty : having or showing courage
verisimilarhaving the appearance of truth : probable
continencethe ability to retain a bodily discharge voluntarily
avantgardegroup of artists whose work is based on the newest ideas and methods; CF. vanguard