GRE Word List

RETIRING

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The meaning of the word retiring is reserved.

Random words

WordMeaning
pungentsharply painful
miteany of numerous small acarid arachnids that often infest animals, plants, and stored foods and include important disease vectors
propellantcapable of propelling
extenuateto lessen or to try to lessen the seriousness or extent of (something, such as a fault or offense) by making partial excuses : mitigate
addressto mark directions for delivery on
reparteea quick and witty reply
reprieveto delay the punishment of (someone, such as a condemned prisoner)
cajoleto persuade with flattery or gentle urging especially in the face of reluctance : coax
refectorya dining hall (as in a monastery or college)
indeliblethat cannot be removed, washed away, or erased