GRE Word List

RECUMBENT

suggestive of repose : leaning

The meaning of the word recumbent is suggestive of repose : leaning.

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WordMeaning
disportsport
flicka light sharp jerky stroke or movement
diffidencethe quality or state of being unassertive or bashful : the quality or state of being diffident
stem_fromarise from; originate from
generalitythe quality or state of being general
viscoushaving a thick or sticky consistency : viscid
blasphemythe act of insulting or showing contempt or lack of reverence for God
penumbraa space of partial illumination (as in an eclipse) between the perfect shadow on all sides and the full light
carriondead and putrefying flesh
assiduousshowing great care, attention, and effort : marked by careful unremitting attention or persistent application