GRE Word List
RETRENCH
cut down
The meaning of the word retrench is cut down.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| vulpine | of, relating to, or resembling a fox |
| siren | any of a group of female and partly human creatures in Greek mythology that lured mariners to destruction by their singing |
| disembark | to remove to shore from a ship |
| poseur | a person who pretends to be what he or she is not : an affected or insincere person |
| cunning | dexterous or crafty in the use of special resources (such as skill or knowledge) or in attaining an end |
| disinter | to take out of the grave or tomb |
| euphony | pleasing or sweet sound |
| ursine | of or relating to a bear or the bear family (Ursidae) |
| pliant | pliable |
| detonation | the action or process of detonating |