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
outcastone that is cast out or refused acceptance (as by society) : pariah
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contritefeeling or showing sorrow and remorse for improper or objectionable behavior, actions, etc.
orthodoxconforming to established doctrine especially in religion
soarto fly aloft or about
discomposeto destroy the composure of
phlegmaticresembling, consisting of, or producing the humor phlegm
imbibedrink
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usagefirmly established and generally accepted practice or procedure