GRE Word List

RECESS

the action of receding : recession

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

Random words

WordMeaning
revulsiona strong pulling or drawing away : withdrawal
despoilto strip of belongings, possessions, or value : pillage
invocationthe act or process of petitioning for help or support
dictuma noteworthy statement: such as
gentlefree from harshness, sternness, or violence
offhandwithout premeditation or preparation : extempore
protegeone who is protected or trained or whose career is furthered by a person of experience, prominence, or influence
flayto strip off the skin or surface of : skin
impersonalhaving no personal reference or connection
redundantexceeding what is necessary or normal : superfluous