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 |
|---|---|
| bitter | being, inducing, or marked by the one of the five basic taste sensations that is peculiarly acrid, astringent, and often disagreeable and characteristic of citrus peels, unsweetened cocoa, black coffee, mature leafy greens (such as kale or mustard), or ale |
| disproportion | lack of proportion, symmetry, or proper relation : disparity |
| stigma | a mark of shame or discredit : stain |
| inured | to accustom to accept something undesirable |
| brusque | markedly short and abrupt |
| daub | to cover or coat with soft adhesive matter : plaster |
| practicable | capable of being put into practice or of being done or accomplished : feasible |
| rare | seldom occurring or found : uncommon |
| necromancy | conjuration (see conjure |
| warrant | sanction |