GRE Word List

RETAIN

to keep in possession or use

The meaning of the word retain is to keep in possession or use.

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WordMeaning
catastrophea momentous tragic event ranging from extreme misfortune to utter overthrow or ruin
haranguea speech addressed to a public assembly
subjugateto bring under control and governance as a subject : conquer
cursoryrapidly and often superficially performed or produced : hasty
reprehensibleworthy of or deserving reprehension : culpable
vervethe spirit and enthusiasm animating artistic composition or performance : vivacity
dissertationan extended usually written treatment of a subject
sleekslick
weatherthe state of the atmosphere with respect to heat or cold, wetness or dryness, calm or storm, clearness or cloudiness
cachea hiding place especially for concealing and preserving provisions or implements