GRE Word List
RETAIN
to keep in possession or use
The meaning of the word retain is to keep in possession or use.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| assumption | a taking to or upon oneself |
| persist | to go on resolutely or stubbornly in spite of opposition, importunity, or warning |
| plenary | complete in every respect : absolute |
| subsistence | real being : existence |
| zephyr | a breeze from the west |
| sound | a particular auditory impression : tone |
| sectarian | of, relating to, or characteristic of a sect or sectarian |
| manipulate | to treat or operate with or as if with the hands or by mechanical means especially in a skillful manner |
| menial | a person doing menial work |
| gargantuan | tremendous in size, volume, or degree : gigantic |