GRE Word List
REFRAIN
curb
The meaning of the word refrain is curb.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| antecedents | a 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") |
| chasm | a deep cleft in the surface of a planet (such as the earth) : gorge |
| fauna | animal life |
| scourge | whip |
| anesthetic | of, relating to, or capable of producing anesthesia |
| vegetate | to lead a passive existence without exertion of body or mind |
| actuate | to put into mechanical action or motion |
| luscious | having a delicious taste or smell : sweet |
| avid | characterized by enthusiasm and vigorous pursuit : very eager and enthusiastic |
| odorous | having an odor: such as |