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 |
|---|---|
| ego | the self especially as contrasted with another self or the world |
| expostulation | an act or an instance of expostulating |
| impeccable | free from fault or blame : flawless |
| brave | having or showing mental or moral strength to face danger, fear, or difficulty : having or showing courage |
| verdant | green in tint or color |
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| loath | unwilling to do something contrary to one's ways of thinking : reluctant |
| quench | put out |