GRE Word List
RESPITE
a period of temporary delay
The meaning of the word respite is a period of temporary delay.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| incessant | continuing or following without interruption : unceasing |
| apotheosis | the perfect form or example of something : quintessence |
| forswear | to make a liar of (oneself) under or as if under oath |
| broil | to cook by direct exposure to radiant heat : grill |
| steep | lofty |
| impudence | the quality or state of being impudent |
| patrician | a member of one of the original citizen families of ancient Rome |
| ramification | branch |
| torrid | parched with heat especially of the sun : hot |
| ruminant | an animal that chews the cud |