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

WordMeaning
betrothto promise to marry
humilityfreedom from pride or arrogance : the quality or state of being humble
figmentsomething made up or contrived
outskirtsa part remote from the center : border
tenuoushaving little substance or strength : flimsy
equitablehaving or exhibiting equity : dealing fairly and equally with all concerned
futileserving no useful purpose : completely ineffective
macean aromatic spice consisting of the dried external fibrous covering of a nutmeg
lotan object used as a counter in determining a question by chance see also throw in one's lot with
misconstrueto interpret (something, such as a statement or action) wrongly : misinterpret