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
disapprobationthe act or state of disapproving : the state of being disapproved : condemnation
derivationthe formation of a word from another word or base (as by the addition of a usually noninflectional affix)
tempothe rate of speed of a musical piece or passage indicated by one of a series of directions (such as largo, presto, or allegro) and often by an exact metronome marking
unfetterto free from fetters
comprehensivecovering completely or broadly : inclusive
wanderluststrong longing for or impulse toward wandering
patronizeto act as patron of : provide aid or support for
methodicalarranged, characterized by, or performed with method or order
arrhythmiclacking rhythm or regularity
tauntto reproach or challenge in a mocking or insulting manner : jeer at