GRE Word List

RESPITE

a period of temporary delay

The meaning of the word respite is a period of temporary delay.

Random words

WordMeaning
permeablecapable of being permeated : penetrable
incurto become liable or subject to : bring down upon oneself
vagabonda person who wanders from place to place without a fixed home : one leading a vagabond life
injuriousinflicting or tending to inflict injury : detrimental
fumbleto grope for or handle something clumsily or aimlessly
perquisitea privilege, gain, or profit incidental to regular salary or wages
altruisticrelating to or given to altruism:
refractoryresisting control or authority : stubborn
loutto bow in respect
mashto reduce to a soft pulpy state by beating or pressure