GRE Word List
RESIGNATION
patiently submissiveness; statement that one is quitting a job; ADJ. resigned: acquiescent
The meaning of the word resignation is patiently submissiveness; statement that one is quitting a job; ADJ. resigned: acquiescent.
Random words
Word | Meaning |
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tantalize | tease; excite by exposing something desirable while keeping it out of reach; torture with disappointment; CF. Tantalus: Greek mythological figure |
somnambulist | sleepwalker; V. somnambulate; N. somnambulism |
waver | move or swing back and forth; be uncertain or unsteady in decision or movement; Ex. wavering between accepting and refusing |
valor | bravery; ADJ. valiant: possessing valor; brave |
gibe | mock; make jeering remarks; N: jeering remarks |
protean | able to take on many forms; versatile; CF. Proteus: sea god to change his shape at will |
pediatrician | physician specializing in children's diseases; N. pediatrics |
overthrow | topple; N. |
husband | use sparingly; conserve; save; Ex. husband one's energy; CF. house holder |
duration | length of time something lasts |