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 |
|---|---|
| topography | the art or practice of graphic delineation in detail usually on maps or charts of natural and man-made features of a place or region especially in a way to show their relative positions and elevations |
| uxorious | excessively fond of or submissive to a wife |
| inasmuch_as | since; owing to the fact that |
| eloquence | discourse marked by force and persuasiveness |
| peremptory | putting an end to or precluding a right of action, debate, or delay |
| abet | to actively second and encourage (something, such as an activity or plan) |
| vise | any of various tools with two jaws for holding work that close usually by a screw, lever, or cam |
| conspiracy | the act of conspiring together |
| lottery | a drawing of lots in which prizes are distributed to the winners among persons buying a chance |
| unique | being the only one : sole |