GRE Word List

ENSUE

to strive to attain : pursue

The meaning of the word ensue is to strive to attain : pursue.

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WordMeaning
skulkto move in a stealthy or furtive manner
sojourna temporary stay
abstainto choose not to do or have something : to refrain deliberately and often with an effort of self-denial from an action or practice
courtthe residence or establishment of a sovereign or similar dignitary
astigmatisma defect of an optical system (such as a lens) causing rays from a point to fail to meet in a focal point resulting in a blurred and imperfect image
decadencethe process of becoming decadent : the quality or state of being decadent
endearmenta word or an act (such as a caress) expressing affection
staidmarked by settled sedateness and often prim self-restraint : sober
gustthe sensation of taste
abstinencethe practice of abstaining from something : the practice of not doing or having something that is wanted or enjoyable