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
smughighly self-satisfied
intermediarymediator
glibshowing little forethought or preparation : offhand
appropriateespecially suitable or compatible : fitting
sophistrysubtly deceptive reasoning or argumentation
glossa surface luster or brightness : shine
rompone that romps
adversaryone that contends with, opposes, or resists : an enemy or opponent
discriminatingmaking a distinction : distinguishing
extraditionthe surrender of an alleged criminal usually under the provisions of a treaty or statute by one authority (such as a state) to another having jurisdiction to try the charge