GRE Word List

RETRENCH

cut down

The meaning of the word retrench is cut down.

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WordMeaning
vitalof the utmost importance
sybaritevoluptuary
parryto ward off a weapon or blow
practicablecapable of being put into practice or of being done or accomplished : feasible
dauntlessincapable of being intimidated or subdued : fearless
servileof or befitting a menial position
purgeto clear of guilt
concentrichaving a common center
cohesionthe act or state of sticking together tightly
blusterto talk or act with noisy swaggering threats