GRE Word List

INCONTINENT

not continent: such as

The meaning of the word incontinent is not continent: such as.

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WordMeaning
redolentexuding fragrance : aromatic
equivocalsubject to two or more interpretations and usually used to mislead or confuse
fermentationthe enzyme-catalyzed anaerobic breakdown of an energy-rich compound (such as a carbohydrate to carbon dioxide and alcohol or to an organic acid) by the action of microorganisms (such as bacteria or yeast) that occurs naturally and is commonly used in the production of various products (such as food, alcoholic beverages, and pharmaceuticals) especially by controlling microbial enzymatic activity
contemptthe act of despising : the state of mind of one who despises : disdain
durationcontinuance in time
soddendull or expressionless especially from continued indulgence in alcoholic beverages
virtuosoone who excels in the technique of an art
renegadea deserter from one faith, cause, or allegiance to another
derelictionan intentional abandonment
falterto walk unsteadily : stumble