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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reposea state of resting after exertion or strain
homilya usually short sermon
prognosisthe prospect of recovery as anticipated from the usual course of disease or peculiarities of the case
travestya debased, distorted, or grossly inferior imitation
bentunenclosed grassland
berateto scold or condemn vehemently and at length
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