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
insubstantialnot substantial: such as
crypticsecret
abdicateto renounce a throne, high office, dignity, or function
frolicfull of fun : merry
penitentfeeling or expressing humble or regretful pain or sorrow for sins or offenses : repentant
culpritone accused of or charged with a crime
dyslexiaa variable often familial learning disability involving difficulties in acquiring and processing language that is typically manifested by a lack of proficiency in reading, spelling, and writing
pendulouspoised without visible support
suavitysmoothly though often superficially gracious and sophisticated
fitacceptable from a particular viewpoint (as of competence or morality) : proper