GRE Word List

RETRENCH

cut down

The meaning of the word retrench is cut down.

Random words

WordMeaning
obviateto anticipate and prevent (something, such as a situation) or make (an action) unnecessary
depravitya corrupt act or practice
impedimentsomething that impedes
irreparablenot reparable : irremediable
documentproof
concomitantaccompanying especially in a subordinate or incidental way
munificentvery liberal in giving or bestowing (see bestow
humilityfreedom from pride or arrogance : the quality or state of being humble
catapultan ancient military device for hurling missiles
magniloquentspeaking in or characterized by a high-flown often bombastic style or manner