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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WordMeaning
expositoryof, relating to, or containing exposition
institutesomething that is instituted: such as
repletefully or abundantly provided or filled
casualsubject to, resulting from, or occurring by chance
noncommittalgiving no clear indication of attitude or feeling
beelinea straight direct course
diademcrown
impairto diminish in function, ability, or quality : to weaken or make worse
malingererto pretend or exaggerate incapacity or illness (as to avoid duty or work)
germanebeing at once relevant and appropriate : fitting