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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| Word | Meaning | 
|---|---|
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| expeditious | marked by or acting with prompt efficiency | 
| berate | to scold or condemn vehemently and at length | 
| unconscionable | shockingly unfair or unjust | 
| tint | a usually slight or pale coloration : hue | 
| menace | a show of intention to inflict harm : threat | 
| rebus | a representation of words or syllables by pictures of objects or by symbols whose names resemble the intended words or syllables in sound | 
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| apotheosis | the perfect form or example of something : quintessence | 
| sophomoric | conceited and overconfident of knowledge but poorly informed and immature |