GRE Word List
RESERVE
to hold in reserve : keep back
The meaning of the word reserve is to hold in reserve : keep back.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| diffidence | the quality or state of being unassertive or bashful : the quality or state of being diffident |
| travesty | a debased, distorted, or grossly inferior imitation |
| semblance | outward and often specious appearance or show : form |
| denigrate | to attack the reputation of : defame |
| verdigris | a green or greenish-blue poisonous pigment resulting from the action of acetic acid on copper and consisting of one or more basic copper acetates |
| magnanimity | the quality of being magnanimous : loftiness of spirit enabling one to bear trouble calmly, to disdain meanness and pettiness, and to display a noble generosity |
| bulge | to jut out : swell |
| parsimony | the quality of being careful with money or resources : thrift |
| ignite | to set afire |
| gullible | easily duped or cheated |