GRE Word List

RELAPSE

the act or an instance of backsliding, worsening, or subsiding

The meaning of the word relapse is the act or an instance of backsliding, worsening, or subsiding.

Random words

WordMeaning
thriftygiven to or marked by economy and good management
annalsa record of events arranged in yearly sequence
odiousarousing or deserving hatred or repugnance : hateful
asperityroughness of manner or of temper : harshness of behavior or speech that expresses bitterness or anger
adeptthoroughly proficient : expert
hindrancethe state of being interfered with, held back, or slowed down : the state of being hindered
poseto set forth or offer for attention or consideration
withdrawnremoved from immediate contact or easy approach : isolated
piousmarked by or showing reverence for deity and devotion to divine worship
punitiveinflicting, involving, or aiming at punishment