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
timorousof a timid disposition : fearful
incrustationa crust or hard coating
misogynista person who hates or discriminates against women : a misogynistic person
umbragea feeling of pique or resentment at some often fancied slight or insult
blotchto mark or mar with blotches
jaunta usually short journey or excursion undertaken especially for pleasure
prodto thrust a pointed instrument into : prick
virtualbeing such in essence or effect though not formally recognized or admitted
resentmenta feeling of indignant displeasure or persistent ill will at something regarded as a wrong, insult, or injury
earnto receive as return for effort and especially for work done or services rendered