GRE Word List

DURESS

forcible restraint or restriction

The meaning of the word duress is forcible restraint or restriction.

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WordMeaning
interrogateto question formally and systematically
debauchto corrupt by intemperance or sensuality
fatuouscomplacently or inanely foolish : silly
waverto vacillate irresolutely between choices : fluctuate in opinion, allegiance, or direction
filthfoul or putrid matter
anomalousinconsistent with or deviating from what is usual, normal, or expected : irregular
thermalof, relating to, or caused by heat
elaborateplanned or carried out with great care
acquittala setting free from the charge of an offense by verdict, sentence, or other legal process
reproachan expression of rebuke or disapproval