GRE Word List
REFRAIN
curb
The meaning of the word refrain is curb.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| reprobation | the act of reprobating : the state of being reprobated |
| disparage | to depreciate (see depreciate |
| impromptu | made, done, or formed on or as if on the spur of the moment : improvised |
| opprobrium | something that brings disgrace |
| hybrid | an offspring of two animals or plants of different subspecies, breeds, varieties, species, or genera |
| chaperon | a person (such as a matron) who for propriety (see propriety |
| antiquity | ancient times |
| contraband | illegal or prohibited traffic in goods : smuggling |
| ungainly | lacking in smoothness or dexterity : clumsy |
| confide | to have confidence : trust |