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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|---|---|
| terse | using few words : devoid of superfluity |
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| solecism | an ungrammatical combination of words in a sentence |
| scabbard | a sheath for a sword, dagger, or bayonet |
| flinch | to withdraw or shrink from or as if from pain : wince |
| plenary | complete in every respect : absolute |
| euphemism | the substitution of an agreeable or inoffensive expression for one that may offend or suggest something unpleasant |
| promulgate | to make (an idea, belief, etc.) known to many people by open declaration : proclaim |
| spawn | to deposit or fertilize spawn |