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

WordMeaning
viscidhaving an adhesive quality : sticky
malapropismthe usually unintentionally humorous misuse or distortion of a word or phrase
anointto smear or rub with oil or an oily substance
delusionsomething that is falsely or delusively believed or propagated
repelto drive back : repulse
dismemberto cut off or disjoin the limbs, members, or parts of
championa winner of first prize or first place in competition
sycophanta servile self-seeking flatterer
boisterousnoisily turbulent : rowdy
authenticateto prove or serve to prove to be real, true, or genuine