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
callusa thickening of or a hard thickened area on skin or bark
irrelevantnot relevant : inapplicable
dissipateto break up and drive off
distraughtagitated with doubt or mental conflict or pain
seclusionthe act of secluding : the condition of being secluded
galaxymilky way galaxy
travailwork especially of a painful or laborious nature : toil
ravagean act or practice of ravaging
mutinousdisposed to or being in a state of mutiny : rebellious
misgivingsa feeling of doubt or suspicion especially concerning a future event