GRE Word List

DISTEND

extend

The meaning of the word distend is extend.

Random words

WordMeaning
inevitableincapable of being avoided or evaded
growlrumble
quibbleto evade the point of an argument by caviling about words
hedonista person who is devoted to the pursuit of pleasure : someone who practices hedonism
fuss:trouble or worry over trifles; make nervous; pay too much attention to; N: needless concern or worry (about a trivial thing); anxious nervous condition; display of attention; Ex. make a fuss over the baby
paroxysma fit, attack, or sudden increase or recurrence of symptoms (as of a disease) : convulsion
sporadicoccurring occasionally, singly, or in irregular or random instances
festiveof, relating to, or suitable for a feast or festival
condigndeserved
tardymoving slowly : sluggish