GRE Word List
REFRAIN
curb
The meaning of the word refrain is curb.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| incite | to move to action : stir up : spur on : urge on |
| lurid | causing horror or revulsion : gruesome |
| homily | a usually short sermon |
| decapitate | to cut off the head of : behead |
| tenure | the act, right, manner, or term of holding something (such as a landed property, a position, or an office) |
| shrivel | to draw into wrinkles especially with a loss of moisture |
| inaugurate | to induct into an office with suitable ceremonies |
| disjointed | being thrown out of orderly function |
| pretension | an allegation of doubtful value : pretext |
| bacchanalia | a Roman festival of Bacchus celebrated with dancing, song, and revelry |