GRE Word List

SUSPENSE

the state of being suspended : suspension

The meaning of the word suspense is the state of being suspended : suspension.

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WordMeaning
melancholydepression of spirits : dejection
fleecethe coat of wool covering a wool-bearing animal (such as a sheep)
coddleto cook (something, such as eggs) in liquid slowly and gently just below the boiling point
mettlevigor and strength of spirit or temperament (see temperament
apprehendarrest
evinceto constitute outward evidence of
well-bredhaving or displaying the politeness and good manners associated especially with people of high social class
sterilefailing to bear or incapable of producing fruit or spores
longevitya long duration of individual life
simplisticexcessively simple or simplified : treating a problem or subject with false simplicity by omitting or ignoring complicating factors or details