GRE Word List

RESPITE

a period of temporary delay

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

Random words

WordMeaning
abashto destroy the self-possession or self-confidence of (someone) : disconcert
grievancea cause of distress (such as an unsatisfactory working condition) felt to afford reason for complaint or resistance
ubiquitousexisting or being everywhere at the same time : constantly encountered : widespread
millenniumthe thousand years mentioned in Revelation (see revelation
consistencyagreement or harmony of parts or features to one another or a whole : correspondence
pungentsharply painful
detonationthe action or process of detonating
mimean ancient dramatic entertainment representing scenes from life usually in a ridiculous manner
reprehensibleworthy of or deserving reprehension : culpable
presumptuousoverstepping due bounds (as of propriety or courtesy) : taking liberties