GRE Word List

RECESSION

the act or action of receding : withdrawal

The meaning of the word recession is the act or action of receding : withdrawal.

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WordMeaning
unprepossessingnot tending to create a favorable impression : not prepossessing
propagateto cause to continue or increase by sexual or asexual reproduction
effectuateto cause or bring about (something) : to put (something) into effect or operation : effect
diademcrown
holstera leather or fabric case for carrying a firearm on the person (as on the hip or chest), on a saddle, or in a vehicle
handsomehaving a pleasing and usually impressive or dignified appearance
jollitythe quality or state of being jolly : merriment
lionizeto treat as an object of great interest or importance
lassitudea condition of weariness or debility : fatigue
bungleto act or work clumsily and awkwardly