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
simulateto give or assume the appearance or effect of often with the intent to deceive : imitate
confidencea feeling or consciousness of one's powers or of reliance on one's circumstances
seedycontaining or full of seeds
prominentstanding out or projecting beyond a surface or line : protuberant
prosperousauspicious
incorrigibleincapable of being corrected or amended: such as
deviseto form in the mind by new combinations or applications of ideas or principles : invent
waketo be or remain awake
sprightlymarked by a gay lightness and vivacity : spirited
gingerlyvery cautious or careful