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 |
|---|---|
| statute | a law enacted by the legislative branch of a government |
| lionize | to treat as an object of great interest or importance |
| monochrome | a painting, drawing, or photograph in a single hue |
| cynosure | the northern constellation Ursa Minor |
| mirth | gladness or gaiety as shown by or accompanied with laughter |
| enact | to establish by legal and authoritative act |
| scad | any of several carangid fishes (especially of the genus Decapterus) |
| purchase | to obtain by paying money or its equivalent : buy |
| braggadocio | empty boasting |
| replete | fully or abundantly provided or filled |