GRE Word List

PROTRACT

to prolong in time or space : continue

The meaning of the word protract is to prolong in time or space : continue.

Random words

WordMeaning
responsivenessgiving response : constituting a response : answering
havocwide and general destruction : devastation
shackhut
bountifulliberal or generous in bestowing gifts or favors
conformistone who conforms : a person who behaves in accordance with prevailing standards or customs and typically dislikes or avoids unconventional behavior
reverentexpressing or characterized by reverence : worshipful
coupa sudden decisive exercise of force in politics and especially the violent overthrow or alteration of an existing government by a small group : coup d'Γ©tat
satellitea celestial body orbiting another of larger size
dissentto withhold assent or approval
inverseopposite in order, nature, or effect