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

WordMeaning
acquittala setting free from the charge of an offense by verdict, sentence, or other legal process
ephemerallasting a very short time
transientpassing especially quickly into and out of existence : transitory
refuseto express oneself as unwilling to accept
compactpredominantly formed or filled : composed
spryable to move quickly, easily, and lightly : nimble
rampa sloping way or plane: such as
inundateoverwhelm
foresightan act or the power of foreseeing : prescience
contentiona point advanced or maintained in a debate or argument