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
rationalizeto bring into accord with reason or cause something to seem reasonable: such as
orientto direct (something, such as a book or film) toward the interests of a particular group
contusioninjury to tissue usually without laceration : bruise
grimfierce in disposition or action : savage
gargoylea spout in the form of a grotesque human or animal figure projecting from a roof gutter to throw rainwater clear of a building
sophomoricconceited and overconfident of knowledge but poorly informed and immature
sedulousinvolving or accomplished with careful perseverance
genrea category of artistic, musical, or literary composition characterized by a particular style, form, or content
seetheto suffer violent internal excitement
potiona mixture of liquids (such as liquor or medicine)