GRE Word List
RESPITE
a period of temporary delay
The meaning of the word respite is a period of temporary delay.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| callow | lacking adult sophistication : immature |
| ultimate | last in a progression or series : final |
| foliage | a representation of leaves, flowers, and branches for architectural ornamentation |
| brandish | to shake or wave (something, such as a weapon) menacingly |
| cache | a hiding place especially for concealing and preserving provisions or implements |
| kindle | to start (a fire) burning : light |
| laborious | involving, requiring, or characterized by hard and sustained effort : arduous |
| indulgent | willing to allow excessive leniency, generosity, or consideration : indulging or characterized by indulgence |
| novice | a person admitted to probationary membership in a religious community |
| diffuse | being at once verbose and ill-organized |