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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|---|---|
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| headlong | headfirst |
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| appropriate | especially suitable or compatible : fitting |
| threat | an expression of intention to inflict evil, injury, or damage |
| benediction | the invocation (see invocation |
| paragon | a model of excellence or perfection |
| ingrained | forming a part of the essence or inmost being : deep-seated |
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| query | question |