GRE Word List
MANACLE
restrain; handcuff; N.
The meaning of the word manacle is restrain; handcuff; N..
Random words
Word | Meaning |
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regeneration | spiritual rebirth; Ex. regeneration of the prisoners; V. regenerate: give or obtain new life; reform spiritually |
succulent | juicy; full of juice or sap; full of richness; N: succulent plant such as a cactus |
address | direct a speech to; speak to; deal with or discuss; direct one's efforts or attention to; make with a destination; N: formal speech |
retain | keep; maintain possession of; employ (esp. a lawyer or advisor); N. retainer: servant; fee paid to retain an advisor |
tyranny | oppression; cruel government; ADJ. tyrannical: of a tyrant or tyranny; despotic; V. tyrannize: treat tyrannically; oppress |
aureole | sun's corona; halo; bright circle of light |
unwonted | unaccustomed; unusual; Ex. He arrived with unwonted punctuality. |
tickle | touch (the body) lightly so as to cause laughter; please |
spoof | parody |
unique | without an equal; single in kind |