GRE Word List
RECESS
the action of receding : recession
The meaning of the word recess is the action of receding : recession.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| spatial | relating to, occupying, or having the character of space |
| balk | to refuse abruptly |
| contend | to strive or vie in contest or rivalry or against difficulties : struggle |
| avert | to turn away or aside (the eyes, one's gaze, etc.) in avoidance |
| brooch | an ornament that is held by a pin or clasp and is worn at or near the neck |
| deride | to laugh at or insult contemptuously |
| desiccate | to dry up |
| tantrum | a fit of bad temper |
| plumage | the feathers of a bird |
| quixotic | foolishly impractical especially in the pursuit of ideals |