GRE Word List

RETRENCH

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WordMeaning
redundantexceeding what is necessary or normal : superfluous
vagaryan erratic, unpredictable, or extravagant manifestation, action, or notion
polygamistmarriage in which a spouse of either sex may have more than one mate at the same time compare polyandry
masochista person who derives sexual gratification from being subjected to physical pain or humiliation : an individual given to masochism
languorweakness or weariness of body or mind
vegetateto lead a passive existence without exertion of body or mind
surlymenacing or threatening in appearance
energizeto make energetic, vigorous, or active
figurativerepresenting by a figure or resemblance : emblematic
careento put (a ship or boat) on a beach especially in order to clean, caulk, or repair the hull