GRE Word List

DEFER

put off

The meaning of the word defer is put off.

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WordMeaning
transitiona change or shift from one state, subject, place, etc. to another
abstemiousmarked by restraint especially in the eating of food or drinking of alcohol
mishapan unfortunate accident
peonany of various workers in India, Sri Lanka, or Malaysia: such as
exactingtryingly or unremittingly severe in making demands
consummateextremely skilled and accomplished
devolveto pass on (something, such as responsibility, rights, or powers) from one person or entity to another
pulpitan elevated platform or high reading desk used in preaching or conducting a worship service
stampedea wild headlong rush or flight of frightened animals
transgressionan act, process, or instance of transgressing: such as