GRE Word List

RECESS

the action of receding : recession

The meaning of the word recess is the action of receding : recession.

Random words

WordMeaning
resonantcontinuing to sound : echoing
amoralhaving or showing no concern about whether behavior is morally right or wrong
flicka light sharp jerky stroke or movement
braggadocioempty boasting
effectuateto cause or bring about (something) : to put (something) into effect or operation : effect
lingerto be slow in parting or in quitting something : tarry
arcadea long arched building or gallery
erratichaving no fixed course : wandering
usurpto seize and hold (office, place, functions, powers, etc.) in possession by force or without right
equipoisea state of equilibrium