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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| permeable | capable of being permeated : penetrable |
| incur | to become liable or subject to : bring down upon oneself |
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| injurious | inflicting or tending to inflict injury : detrimental |
| fumble | to grope for or handle something clumsily or aimlessly |
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| altruistic | relating to or given to altruism: |
| refractory | resisting control or authority : stubborn |
| lout | to bow in respect |
| mash | to reduce to a soft pulpy state by beating or pressure |