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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| opulence | wealth |
| embellish | to make beautiful with ornamentation : decorate |
| distinction | the act of perceiving someone or something as being not the same and often treating as separate or different : the distinguishing of a difference |
| suture | a strand or fiber used to sew parts of the living body |
| defiance | the act or an instance of defying : challenge |
| blackball | to vote against |
| botch | an inflammatory sore |
| headstrong | not easily restrained : impatient of control, advice, or suggestions |
| gist | essence; main point; substance |
| guise | a form or style of dress : costume |