GRE Word List
ABSTINENCE
the practice of abstaining from something : the practice of not doing or having something that is wanted or enjoyable
The meaning of the word abstinence is the practice of abstaining from something : the practice of not doing or having something that is wanted or enjoyable.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
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| haughtiness | blatantly and disdainfully proud : having or showing an attitude of superiority and contempt for people or things perceived to be inferior |
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| refurbish | to brighten or freshen up : renovate |
| vivid | very strong : very high in chroma |
| illusory | based on or producing illusion : deceptive |
| plaudit | an act or round of applause |
| prize | something offered or striven for in competition or in contests of chance |
| exhort | to incite by argument or advice : urge strongly |
| sultry | very hot and humid : sweltering |
| prone | having a tendency or inclination : being likely |