GRE Word List

FORBEARANCE

a refraining from the enforcement of something (such as a debt, right, or obligation) that is due

The meaning of the word forbearance is a refraining from the enforcement of something (such as a debt, right, or obligation) that is due.

Random words

WordMeaning
transcribeto make a written copy of
dictuma noteworthy statement: such as
acquittala setting free from the charge of an offense by verdict, sentence, or other legal process
primethe second of the canonical hours
peremptoryputting an end to or precluding a right of action, debate, or delay
militiaa part of the organized armed forces of a country liable to call only in emergency
nipto catch hold of and squeeze tightly between two surfaces, edges, or points : pinch
opportunistone that is opportunistic or that practices opportunism
fluctuateto shift back and forth uncertainly
malignanttending to produce death or deterioration