GRE Word List
MANACLE
restrain; handcuff; N.
The meaning of the word manacle is restrain; handcuff; N..
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 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 |