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
acquiesceto accept, comply, or submit tacitly or passively
impuissanceweakness
rusea wily subterfuge
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scurriloususing or given to coarse language
manifestoa written statement declaring publicly the intentions, motives, or views of its issuer
felicitousvery well suited or expressed : apt
qualifyto reduce from a general to a particular or restricted form : modify
providencedivine guidance or care
emetican agent that induces vomiting