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.

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conjureto charge or entreat earnestly or solemnly
validateto make legally valid : ratify
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tenuoushaving little substance or strength : flimsy
litigationthe act, process, or practice of settling a dispute in a court of law : the act or process of litigating
imbecilitythe quality or state of being very stupid or foolish : utter foolishness
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amoralhaving or showing no concern about whether behavior is morally right or wrong
debutanteone making a debut (see debut