GRE Word List

REFRAIN

curb

The meaning of the word refrain is curb.

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WordMeaning
martineta strict disciplinarian
conundruman intricate and difficult problem
metaphora figure of speech in which a word or phrase literally denoting one kind of object or idea is used in place of another to suggest a likeness or analogy between them (as in drowning in money)
bourgeoisof, relating to, or characteristic of the social middle class
gratifyto be a source of or give pleasure or satisfaction to
jollitythe quality or state of being jolly : merriment
philatelista specialist in philately : one who collects or studies stamps
airyof or relating to air : atmospheric
obliqueneither perpendicular nor parallel : inclined
compellingthat compels: such as