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 |
|---|---|
| misnomer | the misnaming of a person in a legal instrument |
| uniformity | the quality or state of being uniform |
| thrive | to grow vigorously : flourish |
| economy | the structure or conditions of economic life in a country, area, or period |
| slipshod | wearing loose shoes or slippers |
| sensual | relating to or consisting in the gratification of the senses or the indulgence of appetite : fleshly |
| hoodwink | to deceive by false appearance : dupe |
| ravine | a small narrow steep-sided valley that is larger than a gully and smaller than a canyon and that is usually worn by running water |
| epithet | a characterizing word or phrase accompanying or occurring in place of the name of a person or thing |
| dirge | a song or hymn of grief or lamentation |