GRE Word List

DEFER

put off

The meaning of the word defer is put off.

Random words

WordMeaning
practicalof, relating to, or manifested in practice or action : not theoretical or ideal
augurydivination from auspices (see auspice
parchmentthe skin of a sheep or goat prepared for writing on
downcastlow in spirit : dejected
disinclinationa preference for avoiding something : slight aversion
callusa thickening of or a hard thickened area on skin or bark
exemplarydeserving imitation : commendable
decoya pond into which wildfowl are lured for capture
protegeone who is protected or trained or whose career is furthered by a person of experience, prominence, or influence
shacklesomething (such as a manacle or fetter) that confines the legs or arms