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
alloythe degree of mixture with base metals : fineness
potenthaving or wielding force, authority, or influence : powerful
forebodingthe act of one who forebodes
deadlocka state of inaction or neutralization resulting from the opposition of equally powerful uncompromising persons or factions : standstill
drollhaving a humorous, whimsical, or odd quality
cordonan ornamental cord or ribbon
negligencethe quality or state of being negligent
inarticulateincapable of giving coherent, clear, or effective expression to one's ideas or feelings
ensconceshelter
imploreto make an earnest request to (someone) : beg