GRE Word List
RETRENCH
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The meaning of the word retrench is cut down.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| headlong | headfirst |
| brave | having or showing mental or moral strength to face danger, fear, or difficulty : having or showing courage |
| cynical | having or showing the attitude or temper of a cynic: such as |
| thrive | to grow vigorously : flourish |
| rebuttal | the act of rebutting especially in a legal suit |
| impertinent | given to or characterized by insolent rudeness |
| fugitive | running away or intending flight |
| hide | to put out of sight : secrete |
| leash | a line for leading or restraining an animal |
| peruse | to examine or consider with attention and in detail : study |