GRE Word List

INTRACTABLE

not easily governed, managed, or directed

The meaning of the word intractable is not easily governed, managed, or directed.

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WordMeaning
disengageto release from something that engages or involves
profaneto treat (something sacred) with abuse, irreverence, or contempt : desecrate
denizeninhabitant
repineto feel or express dejection or discontent : complain
indemnifyto secure against hurt, loss, or damage
progenydescendants
patronizeto act as patron of : provide aid or support for
pragmaticrelating to matters of fact or practical affairs often to the exclusion of intellectual or artistic matters : practical as opposed to idealistic
cisternan artificial reservoir (such as an underground tank) for storing liquids and especially water (such as rainwater)
rationalhaving reason or understanding