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
plenarycomplete in every respect : absolute
solicitousmanifesting or expressing solicitude
invincibleincapable of being conquered, overcome, or subdued
baskto lie or relax in a pleasant warmth or atmosphere
retinuea group of retainers or attendants
conglomerationthe act of conglomerating : the state of being conglomerated
desultorymarked by lack of definite plan, regularity, or purpose
arablefit for or used for the growing of crops
passepast one's prime
disingenuouslacking in candor