GRE Word List

RECURRENT

running or turning back in a direction opposite to a former course

The meaning of the word recurrent is running or turning back in a direction opposite to a former course.

Random words

WordMeaning
invocationthe act or process of petitioning for help or support
allegiancethe obligation of a feudal vassal to his liege lord
reproveto scold or correct usually gently or with kindly intent
bravehaving or showing mental or moral strength to face danger, fear, or difficulty : having or showing courage
environencircle
derivativea word formed from another word or base : a word formed by derivation
jocosegiven to joking : merry
aspirantone who aspires
opalescentreflecting an iridescent light
implacablenot placable : not capable of being appeased, significantly changed, or mitigated