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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| astral | of, relating to, or coming from the stars |
| divulge | to make known (something, such as a confidence or secret) |
| consanguineous | of the same blood or origin |
| meteoric | of or relating to a meteor |
| precis | a concise summary of essential points, statements, or facts |
| fracas | a noisy quarrel : brawl |
| unctuous | having, revealing, or marked by a smug, ingratiating, and false earnestness or spirituality |
| jocular | said or done as a joke : characterized by jesting : playful |
| abortive | prematurely born |
| dupe | one that is easily deceived or cheated : fool |