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
deterrentserving to discourage, prevent, or inhibit : serving to deter
exudeto ooze out
deciduousfalling off or shed seasonally or at a certain stage of development in the life cycle
monotheismthe doctrine or belief that there is but one God
ruthlesshaving no pity : merciless
adjunctsomething joined or added to another thing but not essentially a part of it
parryto ward off a weapon or blow
forsaketo renounce or turn away from entirely
proselytizeto induce someone to convert to one's faith
innovationa new idea, method, or device : novelty