GRE Word List

DEFER

put off

The meaning of the word defer is put off.

Random words

WordMeaning
decorousmarked by propriety and good taste : correct
cogentappealing forcibly to the mind or reason : convincing
abstinencethe practice of abstaining from something : the practice of not doing or having something that is wanted or enjoyable
detractiona lessening of reputation or esteem especially by envious, malicious, or petty criticism : belittling
boisterousnoisily turbulent : rowdy
treatisea systematic exposition or argument in writing including a methodical discussion of the facts and principles involved and conclusions reached
solublesusceptible of being dissolved in or as if in a liquid and especially water
stagnantnot flowing in a current or stream
serenitythe quality or state of being serene
entreatto plead with especially in order to persuade : ask urgently