GRE Word List

RESTRAINT

an act of restraining : the state of being restrained

The meaning of the word restraint is an act of restraining : the state of being restrained.

Random words

WordMeaning
schismdivision
eerieso mysterious, strange, or unexpected as to send a chill up the spine
intangiblenot tangible : impalpable
insouciantlighthearted unconcern : nonchalance
importuneto press or urge with troublesome persistence
curatora person who oversees or manages a place (such as a museum or zoo) that offers exhibits
swarthyof a dark color, complexion, or cast
cabalthe contrived schemes of a group of persons secretly united in a plot (as to overturn a government)
laceto draw together the edges of by or as if by a lace passed through eyelets
lecheryinordinate (see inordinate