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 |
|---|---|
| commonplace | commonly found or seen : ordinary |
| subliminal | inadequate to produce a sensation or a perception |
| crust | the hardened exterior or surface part of bread |
| eulogy | a commendatory oration or writing especially in honor of one deceased |
| slaughter | the act of killing |
| scad | any of several carangid fishes (especially of the genus Decapterus) |
| meddlesome | given to meddling |
| inasmuch_as | since; owing to the fact that |
| extradition | the surrender of an alleged criminal usually under the provisions of a treaty or statute by one authority (such as a state) to another having jurisdiction to try the charge |
| forestall | to exclude, hinder, or prevent (something) by prior occupation or measures |