GRE Word List

PROLONG

to lengthen in time : continue

The meaning of the word prolong is to lengthen in time : continue.

Random words

WordMeaning
pendingduring
precipicea very steep or overhanging place
levythe imposition or collection of an assessment
loquaciousfull of excessive talk : wordy
cisternan artificial reservoir (such as an underground tank) for storing liquids and especially water (such as rainwater)
crustthe hardened exterior or surface part of bread
intermittentcoming and going at intervals : not continuous
pulpitan elevated platform or high reading desk used in preaching or conducting a worship service
hackneyedlacking in freshness or originality
chicanerydeception by artful subterfuge or sophistry : trickery