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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| complacency | self-satisfaction especially when accompanied by unawareness of actual dangers or deficiencies |
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| maroon | a dark red |
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| brim | an upper or outer margin : verge |
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| occlude | to close up or block off : obstruct |
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