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.

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WordMeaning
deliberateto think about or discuss issues and decisions carefully
veracityconformity with truth or fact : accuracy
wafflea crisp cake of batter baked in a waffle iron
aphasialoss or impairment of the power to use or comprehend words usually resulting from brain damage (as from a stroke, head injury, or infection)
rationalhaving reason or understanding
coalitionthe act of coalescing : union
grimacea facial expression usually of disgust, disapproval, or pain
poseura person who pretends to be what he or she is not : an affected or insincere person
demeanorbehavior toward others : outward manner
excoriateto wear off the skin of : abrade