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
chicanerydeception by artful subterfuge or sophistry : trickery
supplantto supersede (another) especially by force or treachery
falterto walk unsteadily : stumble
stodgyhaving a rich filling quality : heavy
unfledgednot feathered : not ready for flight
annealto heat and then cool (a material, such as steel or glass) usually for softening and making less brittle
endearto cause to become beloved or admired
resumptionan act or instance of resuming : recommencement
advocacythe act or process of supporting a cause or proposal : the act or process of advocating (see advocate
lotan object used as a counter in determining a question by chance see also throw in one's lot with