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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| provident | frugal |
| poise | balance |
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| indicative | serving to indicate |
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| descry | to catch sight of |
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