GRE Word List

REFRAIN

curb

The meaning of the word refrain is curb.

Random words

WordMeaning
epitaphan inscription on or at a tomb or a grave in memory of the one buried there
equablemarked by lack of variation or change : uniform
bara straight piece (as of wood or metal) that is longer than it is wide and has any of various uses (as for a lever, support, barrier, or fastening)
manneredhaving manners of a specified kind
consternationamazement or dismay that hinders or throws into confusion
squeamisheasily nauseated : queasy
coercionthe act, process, or power of coercing
cursoryrapidly and often superficially performed or produced : hasty
resentmenta feeling of indignant displeasure or persistent ill will at something regarded as a wrong, insult, or injury
obviateto anticipate and prevent (something, such as a situation) or make (an action) unnecessary