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
accostto approach and speak to (someone) in an often challenging or aggressive way
conformistone who conforms : a person who behaves in accordance with prevailing standards or customs and typically dislikes or avoids unconventional behavior
mashto reduce to a soft pulpy state by beating or pressure
iconoclastica person who attacks settled beliefs or institutions
gapeto open the mouth wide
permissivegranted on sufferance : tolerated
mantlea loose sleeveless garment worn over other clothes : cloak
deltathe 4th letter of the Greek alphabet see Alphabet Table
outlooka place offering a view
annexto attach as a quality, consequence, or condition