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
Word | Meaning |
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overturn | to cause to turn over : upset |
lexicographer | an author or editor of a dictionary |
subdue | to conquer and bring into subjection : vanquish |
ape | any of various large tailless semi-erect primates of Africa and southeastern Asia (such as the chimpanzee, gorilla, orangutan, or gibbon) |
ostracize | to exile by ostracism |
descry | to catch sight of |
loft | an upper room or floor : attic |
arcane | known or knowable only to a few people : secret |
aloof | removed or distant either physically or emotionally |
succulent | full of juice : juicy |