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
embarkto go on board a vehicle for transportation
terminationend in time or existence : conclusion
implicateto bring into intimate or incriminating connection
cadaverousof or relating to a corpse
kaleidoscopean instrument containing loose bits of colored material (such as glass or plastic) between two flat plates and two plane mirrors so placed that changes of position of the bits of material are reflected in an endless variety of patterns
paramountsuperior to all others : supreme
dissentto withhold assent or approval
ascribeto refer to a supposed cause, source, or author : to say or think that (something) is caused by, comes from, or is associated with a particular person or thing
numismatistthe study or collection of coins, tokens, and paper money and sometimes related objects (such as medals)
reverendworthy of reverence : revered