GRE Word List

REFRAIN

curb

The meaning of the word refrain is curb.

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WordMeaning
antecedentsa substantive word, phrase, or clause whose denotation is referred to by a pronoun that typically follows the substantive (such as John in "Mary saw John and called to him")
chasma deep cleft in the surface of a planet (such as the earth) : gorge
faunaanimal life
scourgewhip
anestheticof, relating to, or capable of producing anesthesia
vegetateto lead a passive existence without exertion of body or mind
actuateto put into mechanical action or motion
luscioushaving a delicious taste or smell : sweet
avidcharacterized by enthusiasm and vigorous pursuit : very eager and enthusiastic
odoroushaving an odor: such as