GRE Word List

RETRENCH

cut down

The meaning of the word retrench is cut down.

Random words

WordMeaning
enduringlasting
hierarchya division of angels
affectedartificial; pretended
hilarityboisterous merriment or laughter
recoursea turning to someone or something for help or protection
formalitycompliance with formal or conventional rules : ceremony
slackento make less active : slow up
aloftat or to a great height
gauchelacking social experience or grace
ambiencea feeling or mood associated with a particular place, person, or thing : atmosphere