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 |
|---|---|
| complementary | serving to fill out or complete |
| latitude | angular distance from some specified circle or plane of reference: such as |
| quail | any of numerous small gallinaceous birds: such as |
| biennial | occurring every two years |
| typhoon | a hurricane occurring especially in the region of the Philippines or the China sea |
| chimerical | existing only as the product of unchecked imagination : fantastically visionary (see visionary |
| terrestrial | of or relating to the earth or its inhabitants |
| precipitate | to throw violently : hurl |
| mace | an aromatic spice consisting of the dried external fibrous covering of a nutmeg |
| altercation | a noisy, heated, angry dispute |