GRE Word List

CONSTRAINT

the act of constraining

The meaning of the word constraint is the act of constraining.

Random words

WordMeaning
arborealof, relating to, or resembling a tree
genteelhaving an aristocratic quality or flavor : stylish
astralof, relating to, or coming from the stars
archaichaving the characteristics of the language of the past and surviving chiefly in specialized uses
composurea calmness or repose especially of mind, bearing, or appearance : self-possession
stockadea line of stout posts set firmly to form a defense
succumbto yield to superior strength or force or overpowering appeal or desire
absolveto set (someone) free from an obligation or the consequences of guilt
venialof a kind that can be remitted : forgivable
orificean opening (such as a vent, mouth, or hole) through which something may pass