GRE Word List

RESPITE

a period of temporary delay

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

Random words

WordMeaning
buffeta blow especially with the hand
benefactorsomeone or something that provides help or an advantage : one that confers a benefit
quietudea quiet state : repose
anonymitythe quality or state of being anonymous
obscuredark
advocacythe act or process of supporting a cause or proposal : the act or process of advocating (see advocate
servitudea condition in which one lacks liberty especially to determine one's course of action or way of life
ineffectualnot producing the proper or intended effect : futile
ungainlylacking in smoothness or dexterity : clumsy
transposeto change the relative place or normal order of : alter the sequence of