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
condoneto regard or treat (something bad or blameworthy) as acceptable, forgivable, or harmless
prehensileadapted for seizing or grasping especially by wrapping around
desolatedevoid of inhabitants and visitors : deserted
infiltrateto enter or become established in gradually or unobtrusively usually for subversive purposes
ingratean ungrateful person
abysmalimmeasurably low or wretched : extremely poor or bad
makeshifta usually crude and temporary expedient : substitute
dermatologista branch of medicine dealing with the skin, its structure, functions, and diseases
self-indulgenceexcessive or unrestrained gratification of one's own appetites, desires, or whims
disenfranchiseto deprive of a franchise, of a legal right, or of some privilege or immunity