GRE Word List

RESPITE

a period of temporary delay

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

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WordMeaning
domineerto exercise arbitrary or overbearing control
monochromatichaving or consisting of one color or hue
congruencethe quality or state of agreeing, coinciding, or being congruent
conundruman intricate and difficult problem
dogmaticcharacterized by or given to the expression of opinions very strongly or positively as if they were facts
inklinga slight knowledge or vague notion
manifestoa written statement declaring publicly the intentions, motives, or views of its issuer
tickleto touch (a body part, a person, etc.) lightly so as to excite the surface nerves and cause uneasiness, laughter, or spasmodic movements
bidto offer (a price) whether for payment or acceptance
censurea judgment involving condemnation