GRE Word List
DEFER
put off
The meaning of the word defer is put off.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| stratified | formed, deposited, or arranged in stable layers or strata |
| leniency | the quality or state of being lenient |
| stifle | to withhold from circulation or expression |
| retribution | recompense |
| thrash | to beat soundly with or as if with a stick or whip : flog |
| tenuous | having little substance or strength : flimsy |
| chalice | a drinking cup : goblet |
| abysmal | immeasurably low or wretched : extremely poor or bad |
| preamble | an introductory statement |
| emetic | an agent that induces vomiting |