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 |
|---|---|
| despise | to look down on with disrespect or aversion |
| curmudgeon | a crusty, ill-tempered, and usually old man |
| wither | to become dry and sapless |
| frenzied | feeling or showing great or abnormal excitement or emotional disturbance |
| benefactor | someone or something that provides help or an advantage : one that confers a benefit |
| demean | to lower in character, status, or reputation |
| facilitate | to make easier : help bring about |
| wrongheaded | stubborn in adherence to wrong opinion or principles |
| daub | to cover or coat with soft adhesive matter : plaster |
| totter | to move unsteadily : stagger |