GRE Word List
ABSTAIN
to choose not to do or have something : to refrain deliberately and often with an effort of self-denial from an action or practice
The meaning of the word abstain is to choose not to do or have something : to refrain deliberately and often with an effort of self-denial from an action or practice.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| recalcitrant | obstinately defiant of authority or restraint |
| sarcasm | a sharp and often satirical or ironic utterance designed to cut or give pain |
| obscure | dark |
| frolicsome | full of gaiety : playful |
| diadem | crown |
| affront | to insult especially to the face by behavior or language |
| erudite | having or showing knowledge that is gained by studying : possessing or displaying erudition |
| solace | to give comfort to in grief or misfortune : console |
| anthropologist | the science of human beings |
| euphoria | a feeling of well-being or elation |