GRE Word List

REFRAIN

curb

The meaning of the word refrain is curb.

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WordMeaning
genteelhaving an aristocratic quality or flavor : stylish
emollientmaking soft or supple
swampa wetland often partially or intermittently covered with water
expertisethe skill of an expert
mottledmarked with spots of different colors : having blotches of two or more colors
shama trick that deludes : hoax
vicariousexperienced or realized through imaginative or sympathetic participation in the experience of another
eruditehaving or showing knowledge that is gained by studying : possessing or displaying erudition
pathetichaving a capacity to move one to either compassionate or contemptuous pity
obeisancea movement of the body made in token of respect or submission : bow