GRE Word List
RETRENCH
cut down
The meaning of the word retrench is cut down.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| avocation | a subordinate occupation pursued in addition to one's vocation especially for enjoyment : hobby |
| atrophy | decrease in size or wasting away of a body part or tissue |
| explicate | to give a detailed explanation of |
| pensive | musingly or dreamily thoughtful |
| chauvinist | an attitude of superiority toward members of the opposite sex |
| chafe | irritate |
| interloper | one that interlopes: such as |
| babble | to talk enthusiastically or excessively |
| clemency | disposition to be merciful and especially to moderate the severity of punishment due |
| glossary | a collection of textual glosses or of specialized terms with their meanings |