GRE Word List

RESPITE

a period of temporary delay

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

Random words

WordMeaning
egothe self especially as contrasted with another self or the world
legacya gift by will especially of money or other personal property : bequest
annulto declare or make legally invalid or void
penitentfeeling or expressing humble or regretful pain or sorrow for sins or offenses : repentant
reconnaissancea preliminary survey to gain information
accedeto express approval or give consent : to agree to a request or demand
effervescencethe property of forming bubbles : the action or process of effervescing
ruminateto go over in the mind repeatedly and often casually or slowly
painstakingtaking pains : expending, showing, or involving diligent care and effort
vendettablood feud