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
requiteto make return for : repay
caucusa closed meeting of a group of persons belonging to the same political party or faction usually to select candidates or to decide on policy
insipidlacking in qualities that interest, stimulate, or challenge : dull
ramparta protective barrier : bulwark
quashto suppress or extinguish summarily and completely
misogamya hatred of marriage
toteman object (such as an animal or plant) serving as the emblem of a family or clan and often as a reminder of its ancestry
mutilateto cut up or alter radically so as to make imperfect
devoteean ardent follower, supporter, or enthusiast (as of a religion, art form, or sport)
encircleto form a circle around : surround