GRE Word List
DURESS
forcible restraint, especially unlawfully; coercion by threat; illegal coercion; Ex. a promise made under duress
The meaning of the word duress is forcible restraint, especially unlawfully; coercion by threat; illegal coercion; Ex. a promise made under duress.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| fluency | smoothness of speech; ADJ. fluent |
| appurtenances | subordinate possessions; something added to a more important thing |
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| hindrance | block; obstacle; V. hinder |