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
triflinglacking in significance or solid worth: such as
spoonerisma transposition of usually initial sounds of two or more words (as in tons of soil for sons of toil)
graciousmarked by kindness and courtesy
contagiona contagious disease
levityexcessive or unseemly frivolity
parablea usually short fictitious story that illustrates a moral attitude or a religious principle
uninhibitedfree from inhibition
engulfto flow over and enclose : overwhelm
hubbubnoise
headstrongnot easily restrained : impatient of control, advice, or suggestions