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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| plethora | an ample amount or number : abundance |
| ken | the range of perception, understanding, or knowledge |
| prance | to spring from the hind legs or move by so doing |
| singular | of or relating to a separate person or thing : individual |
| prehensile | adapted for seizing or grasping especially by wrapping around |
| propound | to offer for discussion or consideration |
| foist | to introduce or insert surreptitiously or without warrant |
| belittle | to speak slightingly of : disparage |
| pedant | one who is unimaginative or who unduly emphasizes minutiae in the presentation or use of knowledge |
| clamber | to climb awkwardly or with effort especially by using both the hands and the feet |