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 |
|---|---|
| clamor | noisy shouting |
| resound | to become filled with sound : reverberate |
| prehensile | adapted for seizing or grasping especially by wrapping around |
| gory | covered with gore : bloodstained |
| douse | to plunge into water |
| noisome | noxious |
| assiduous | showing great care, attention, and effort : marked by careful unremitting attention or persistent application |
| buffet | a blow especially with the hand |
| sound | a particular auditory impression : tone |
| rotunda | a round building |