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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

desistence

/dɪˈsɪstəns/ noun · British & US
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What does desistence mean?

noun

The state of being in a state of inactivity or disuse; a period of inactivity or disuse.

Example

"The factory's desistence during the economic downturn led to a significant loss of jobs."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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