GRE Word List

RETRENCH

cut down

The meaning of the word retrench is cut down.

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WordMeaning
scurvya disease caused by a lack of vitamin C and characterized by spongy gums, loosening of the teeth, and a bleeding into the skin and mucous membranes
crinkleto form many short bends or ripples
optimista person who is inclined to be hopeful and to expect good outcomes : someone who is given to optimism
lurkto lie in wait in a place of concealment especially for an evil purpose
whetto sharpen by rubbing on or with something (such as a stone)
gustthe sensation of taste
proteanof or resembling Proteus in having a varied nature or ability to assume different forms
amplifyto expand (something, such as a statement) by the use of detail or illustration or by closer analysis
reclusemarked by withdrawal from society : solitary
cringeto recoil in distaste