GRE Word List

RECIDIVISM

a tendency to relapse into a previous condition or mode of behavior

The meaning of the word recidivism is a tendency to relapse into a previous condition or mode of behavior.

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WordMeaning
incarnationthe act of incarnating : the state of being incarnate
shedto rid oneself of temporarily or permanently as superfluous or unwanted
anarchista person who rebels against any authority, established order, or ruling power
philistinea native or inhabitant of ancient Philistia
swampa wetland often partially or intermittently covered with water
precedentprior in time, order, arrangement, or significance
missivea written communication : letter
redressto set right : remedy
campa place usually away from urban areas where tents or simple buildings (such as cabins) are erected for shelter or for temporary residence (as for laborers, prisoners, or vacationers)
sacrilegiouscommitting or characterized by sacrilege : having or showing a lack of proper respect for a sacred person, place, or object