GRE Word List

REFRAIN

curb

The meaning of the word refrain is curb.

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WordMeaning
invidiousof an unpleasant or objectionable nature : obnoxious
floridvery flowery in style : ornate
abeyancea state of temporary inactivity : suspension
pummelpound
mutilateto cut up or alter radically so as to make imperfect
amorphoushaving no definite form : shapeless
chorethe regular or daily light work of a household or farm
vulgarlacking in cultivation, perception, or taste : coarse
demagoguea leader who makes use of popular prejudices and false claims and promises in order to gain power
desertsarid land with usually sparse vegetation