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 |
|---|---|
| jumble | to move in a confused or disordered manner |
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| disjunction | a sharp cleavage : disunion |
| perturb | to cause to be worried or upset : disquiet |
| victuals | food usable by people |
| extradition | the surrender of an alleged criminal usually under the provisions of a treaty or statute by one authority (such as a state) to another having jurisdiction to try the charge |
| killjoy | one who spoils the pleasure of others |
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| percussion | the act of percussing: such as |
| optional | involving an option : not compulsory |