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
untowarddifficult to guide, manage, or work with : unruly
inverseopposite in order, nature, or effect
adjurationa solemn oath
suppressto put down by authority or force : subdue
effervescencethe property of forming bubbles : the action or process of effervescing
mustyimpaired by damp or mildew : moldy
prudea person who is excessively or priggishly attentive to propriety or decorum
multifarioushaving or occurring in great variety : diverse
pharisaicalmarked by hypocritical censorious self-righteousness
conducivetending to promote or assist