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
spinto draw out and twist fiber into yarn or thread
reverendworthy of reverence : revered
vyingcontending; to strive for superiority
revulsiona strong pulling or drawing away : withdrawal
renovateto restore to a former better state (as by cleaning, repairing, or rebuilding)
interminablehaving or seeming to have no end
omniscienthaving infinite awareness, understanding, and insight
toutto make much of : promote
retaliateto return like for like
erodeto diminish or destroy by degrees: