GRE Word List

RETRENCH

cut down

The meaning of the word retrench is cut down.

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WordMeaning
nadirthe point of the celestial sphere that is directly opposite the zenith and vertically downward from the observer
dioramaa scenic representation in which a partly translucent painting is seen from a distance through an opening
blanchto take the color out of
slywise in practical affairs
artlesslacking art, knowledge, or skill : uncultured
pass_offpresent falsely; represent falsely to be
glaringhaving a fixed look of hostility, fierceness, or anger
repulseto drive or beat back : repel
impromptumade, done, or formed on or as if on the spur of the moment : improvised
conteststrive