GRE Word List

CONTINENCE

the ability to retain a bodily discharge voluntarily

The meaning of the word continence is the ability to retain a bodily discharge voluntarily.

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WordMeaning
consecratededicated to a sacred purpose
pacifistan adherent to pacifism : someone who opposes war or violence as a means of settling disputes
equitablehaving or exhibiting equity : dealing fairly and equally with all concerned
incandescentwhite, glowing, or luminous with intense heat
transcendentaltranscendent
skimto clear (a liquid) of scum or floating substance
volatilecharacterized by or subject to rapid or unexpected change
truisman undoubted or self-evident truth
fatuouscomplacently or inanely foolish : silly
maudlindrunk enough to be emotionally silly