GRE Word List

DEFER

put off

The meaning of the word defer is put off.

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WordMeaning
puissanthaving puissance : powerful
haphazardmarked by lack of plan, order, or direction
limpto walk lamely
anthropoidany of a suborder (Anthropoidea) of higher primates (such as macaques and marmosets)
tenuoushaving little substance or strength : flimsy
inimitablenot capable of being imitated : matchless
vilifyto utter slanderous and abusive statements against : defame
contritefeeling or showing sorrow and remorse for improper or objectionable behavior, actions, etc.
halefree from defect, disease, or infirmity : sound
covetousmarked by inordinate desire for wealth or possessions or for another's possessions