GRE Word List

REMISSION

the act or process of remitting

The meaning of the word remission is the act or process of remitting.

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WordMeaning
swaythe action or an instance of swaying or of being swayed : an oscillating, fluctuating, or sweeping motion
beholdenbeing under obligation for a favor or gift : indebted
minusculevery small
obeisancea movement of the body made in token of respect or submission : bow
historicalof, relating to, or having the character of history
insalubriousnot conducive to health : unwholesome
brandishto shake or wave (something, such as a weapon) menacingly
slapto strike sharply with or as if with the open hand
squashto press or beat into a pulp or a flat mass : crush
patriciana member of one of the original citizen families of ancient Rome