GRE Word List

RETRENCH

cut down

The meaning of the word retrench is cut down.

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WordMeaning
warrantya real covenant binding the grantor of an estate and the grantor's heirs to warrant and defend the title
motleyvariegated in color
dissentto withhold assent or approval
benisonblessing
ellipsisthe omission of one or more words that are obviously understood but that must be supplied to make a construction grammatically complete
revulsiona strong pulling or drawing away : withdrawal
skittishlively or frisky in action : capricious
amassto collect for oneself : accumulate
advertto turn the mind or attention
adjutanta staff officer in the army, air force, or marine corps who assists the commanding officer and is responsible especially for correspondence