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.

Random words

WordMeaning
chastento correct by punishment or suffering : discipline
deb\^aclesudden disastrous downfall or defeat; complete disaster
suppliantsupplicant
replicaan exact reproduction (as of a painting) executed by the original artist
littera covered and curtained couch provided with shafts and used for carrying a single passenger
enlistto secure the support and aid of : employ in advancing an interest
triviaunimportant matters : trivial facts or details
gamutthe whole series of recognized musical notes
interdicta Roman Catholic ecclesiastical censure withdrawing most sacraments and Christian burial from a person or district
stalwartmarked by outstanding strength and vigor of body, mind, or spirit