GRE Word List

RETAIN

to keep in possession or use

The meaning of the word retain is to keep in possession or use.

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WordMeaning
receptiveable or inclined to receive
autopsyan examination of a body after death to determine the cause of death or the character and extent of changes produced by disease
forerunnerone that precedes and indicates the approach of another: such as
defectan imperfection or abnormality that impairs quality, function, or utility : shortcoming
high-flownexceedingly or excessively high or favorable
connotationsomething suggested by a word or thing : implication
arroyoa watercourse (such as a creek) in an arid region
pinnacea light sailing ship
welta strip between a shoe sole and upper through which they are stitched or stapled together
transportto transfer or convey from one place to another