GRE Word List

REFRAIN

curb

The meaning of the word refrain is curb.

Random words

WordMeaning
inciteto move to action : stir up : spur on : urge on
luridcausing horror or revulsion : gruesome
homilya usually short sermon
decapitateto cut off the head of : behead
tenurethe act, right, manner, or term of holding something (such as a landed property, a position, or an office)
shrivelto draw into wrinkles especially with a loss of moisture
inaugurateto induct into an office with suitable ceremonies
disjointedbeing thrown out of orderly function
pretensionan allegation of doubtful value : pretext
bacchanaliaa Roman festival of Bacchus celebrated with dancing, song, and revelry