GRE Word List

RESPITE

a period of temporary delay

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

Random words

WordMeaning
imperceptiblenot perceptible by a sense or by the mind : extremely slight, gradual, or subtle
exegesisexposition
intangiblenot tangible : impalpable
exuberancethe quality or state of being exuberant
manifestationthe act, process, or an instance of manifesting
salientmoving by leaps or springs : jumping
sophistphilosopher
crypticsecret
odiumthe state or fact of being subjected to hatred and contempt as a result of a despicable act or blameworthy circumstance
inimitablenot capable of being imitated : matchless