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 |
|---|---|
| bearing | the manner in which one behaves or comports oneself : the manner in which one bears (see bear |
| consonant | being in agreement or harmony : free from elements making for discord |
| embellish | to make beautiful with ornamentation : decorate |
| mollify | to soothe in temper or disposition : appease |
| indissoluble | not dissoluble |
| bigotry | obstinate or intolerant devotion to one's own opinions and prejudices : the state of mind of a bigot |
| embroil | to throw into disorder or confusion |
| chronic | continuing or occurring again and again for a long time |
| skinflint | a person who would save, gain, or extort money by any means : miser |
| hull | the outer covering of a fruit or seed |