GRE Word List
DETAIN
to hold or keep in or as if in custody
The meaning of the word detain is to hold or keep in or as if in custody.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| exodus | the mainly narrative second book of canonical Jewish and Christian Scripture see Bible Table |
| cognate | of the same or similar nature : generically alike |
| alliteration | the repetition of usually initial consonant sounds in two or more neighboring words or syllables (such as wild and woolly, threatening throngs) |
| parley | to speak with another : confer |
| monotheism | the doctrine or belief that there is but one God |
| militia | a part of the organized armed forces of a country liable to call only in emergency |
| gamely | a physical or mental competition conducted according to rules with the participants in direct opposition to each other |
| commandeer | to compel to perform military service |
| regent | a person who governs a kingdom in the minority, absence, or disability of the sovereign |
| velocity | quickness of motion : speed |