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 |
|---|---|
| eulogistic | a commendatory oration or writing especially in honor of one deceased |
| sprout | to grow, spring up, or come forth as or as if a sprout |
| maroon | a dark red |
| dissension | disagreement |
| finery | ornament |
| missile | capable of being thrown or projected to strike a distant object |
| outlook | a place offering a view |
| brackish | somewhat salty |
| urchin | hedgehog |
| foreshadow | to represent, indicate, or typify beforehand : prefigure |