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
insubstantialnot substantial: such as
papyrusa tall perennial sedge (Cyperus papyrus) of the Nile valley
wreakbring about
potentialexisting in possibility : capable of development into actuality
ligneousof or resembling wood
comprehendto grasp the nature, significance, or meaning of
malingererto pretend or exaggerate incapacity or illness (as to avoid duty or work)
ungainlylacking in smoothness or dexterity : clumsy
unexceptionablenot open to objection or criticism : beyond reproach : unimpeachable
cabalthe contrived schemes of a group of persons secretly united in a plot (as to overturn a government)