GRE Word List

RESUMPTION

an act or instance of resuming : recommencement

The meaning of the word resumption is an act or instance of resuming : recommencement.

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WordMeaning
languiddrooping or flagging from or as if from exhaustion : weak
volubleeasily rolling or turning : rotating
thriftygiven to or marked by economy and good management
preeminenthaving paramount rank, dignity, or importance : outstanding
amenableliable to be brought to account : answerable
premonitionprevious notice or warning : forewarning
bloatedoverfilled and extended with liquid, gas, food, etc.
haphappening
hypnosisa trancelike state that resembles sleep but is induced by a person whose suggestions are readily accepted by the subject
detainto hold or keep in or as if in custody