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.

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WordMeaning
contumaciousstubbornly disobedient : rebellious
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headfirstwith the head foremost
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metersystematically arranged and measured rhythm (see rhythm
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catastrophea momentous tragic event ranging from extreme misfortune to utter overthrow or ruin