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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| paragon | a model of excellence or perfection |
| malediction | curse |
| pernicious | highly injurious or destructive : deadly |
| proverb | a brief popular epigram or maxim : adage |
| foreboding | the act of one who forebodes |
| fleck | streak |
| kneel | to position the body so that one or both knees rest on the floor |
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| voluptuous | suggesting sensual pleasure by fullness and beauty of form |
| braid | to make from braids |