GRE Word List

RETRENCH

cut down

The meaning of the word retrench is cut down.

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WordMeaning
circuitoushaving a circular or winding course
enlivento give life, action, or spirit to : animate
construeto analyze the arrangement and connection of words in (a sentence or sentence part)
solublesusceptible of being dissolved in or as if in a liquid and especially water
sleekslick
mustyimpaired by damp or mildew : moldy
paeana joyous song or hymn of praise, tribute, thanksgiving, or triumph
devolveto pass on (something, such as responsibility, rights, or powers) from one person or entity to another
incarnateinvested with bodily and especially human nature and form
dingydirty