GRE Word List
DETERRENT
something that discourages or deters
The meaning of the word deterrent is something that discourages or deters.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| compliant | readily acting in accordance with a rule, order, or the wishes or others; yielding; comforming to requirements |
| pharisaical | pertaining to the Pharisees, who paid scrupulous attention to tradition; self-righteous; hypocritical |
| engender | cause; produce; give rise to |
| spatula | broad-bladed instrument used for spreading or mixing |
| dour | sullen; gloomy; stubborn |
| erratic | odd; irregular in movement or behavior; unpredictable |
| treasure | keep as precious; cherish |
| dehydrate | remove water from; dry out |
| sanction | approve; ratify; N: permission; penalty intended to enforce compliance |
| indeterminate | uncertain; not clearly fixed; indefinite |
