GRE Word List

RECESS

the action of receding : recession

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

Random words

WordMeaning
execrabledeserving to be execrated : detestable
inclineto bend the head or body forward : bow
entourageone's attendants or associates
hecklerone who heckles someone (such as a performer or speaker) usually by shouting criticisms or insults
exasperateto cause irritation or annoyance to
putridbeing in a state of putrefaction : rotten
protagonistthe principal character in a literary work (such as a drama or story)
pedestalthe support or foot of a late classic or neoclassical column see column illustration
iridescenthaving or exhibiting iridescence
cogentappealing forcibly to the mind or reason : convincing