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

WordMeaning
deignto condescend reluctantly and with a strong sense of the affront to one's superiority that is involved : stoop
exertionthe act or an instance of exerting
deputizeto appoint as deputy
importunatetroublesomely urgent : overly persistent in request or demand
eulogya commendatory oration or writing especially in honor of one deceased
euthanasiathe act or practice of killing or permitting the death of hopelessly sick or injured individuals (such as persons or domestic animals) in a relatively painless way for reasons of mercy
sibyllineany of several prophetesses usually accepted as 10 in number and credited to widely separate parts of the ancient world (such as Babylonia, Egypt, Greece, and Italy)
invalidateto make invalid
monetaryof or relating to money or to the mechanisms by which it is supplied to and circulates in the economy
comebacka sharp or witty reply : retort