GRE Word List
STANDSTILL
a state characterized by absence of motion or of progress : stop
The meaning of the word standstill is a state characterized by absence of motion or of progress : stop.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| bombardment | a late medieval cannon used to hurl large stones |
| herbivorous | feeding on plants |
| divine | of, relating to, or proceeding directly from God (see god |
| ambience | a feeling or mood associated with a particular place, person, or thing : atmosphere |
| chronic | continuing or occurring again and again for a long time |
| exchequer | a department or office of state in medieval England charged with the collection and management of the royal revenue and judicial determination of all revenue causes |
| divulge | to make known (something, such as a confidence or secret) |
| paltry | inferior |
| retard | to delay or impede the development or progress of : to slow up especially by preventing or hindering advance or accomplishment |
| rag | a waste piece of cloth |