GRE Word List
REFRAIN
curb
The meaning of the word refrain is curb.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| blighted | affected with blight (see blight |
| unfeigned | not feigned or hypocritical : genuine |
| legato | in a manner that is smooth and connected (as between successive tones) |
| prime | the second of the canonical hours |
| embargo | an order of a government prohibiting the departure of commercial ships from its ports |
| extol | to praise highly : glorify |
| gawk | a clumsy stupid person : lout |
| lubricate | to make smooth or slippery |
| self-righteous | convinced of one's own righteousness especially in contrast with the actions and beliefs of others : narrow-mindedly moralistic |
| balm | a balsamic (see balsamic |