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.

Random words

WordMeaning
waiveto relinquish (something, such as a legal right) voluntarily
cadavera dead body
jumbleto move in a confused or disordered manner
exertionthe act or an instance of exerting
bestialof or relating to beasts
jabto pierce or prod (someone or something) with or as if with a pointed object
glowerto look or stare with sullen annoyance or anger
preternaturalexisting outside of nature
obtrudeto thrust out : extrude
fawningseeking or used to seek approval or favor by means of flattery