recede — to move back or away from a previous position
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to move back or away from a previous position
Pronunciation (IPA): /rɪˈsiːd/
Korean meaning: 후퇴하다, 물러나다
Korean pronunciation: 리-시드 (강세: 시드)
Example Sentences
- My dad's hairline has been receding faster than his willingness to admit it.
- As the coffee wore off, my enthusiasm for the project began to recede.
- The glacier has been receding due to climate change.
recede
VERB//rɪˈsiːd//
to move back or away from a previous position
Ocean tide receding from shore
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Origin
From Latin 'recedere', composed of the prefix 're-' (back) and 'cedere' (to go or yield). The word entered English in the 15th century through Old French.
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“My dad's hairline has been receding faster than his willingness to admit it.”
“As the coffee wore off, my enthusiasm for the project began to recede.”
“The glacier has been receding due to climate change.”
“Her fears receded as she gained more confidence.”
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