GRE Word List

SEQUESTER

to set apart : segregate

The meaning of the word sequester is to set apart : segregate.

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WordMeaning
lingerto be slow in parting or in quitting something : tarry
freneticmarked by fast and energetic, disordered, or anxiety-driven activity : frenzied
repulseto drive or beat back : repel
mealymouthednot plain and straightforward : devious
tokena piece resembling a coin issued for use (as for fare on a bus) by a particular group on specified terms
ulcera break in skin or mucous membrane with loss of surface tissue, disintegration and necrosis of epithelial tissue, and often pus
abstinencethe practice of abstaining from something : the practice of not doing or having something that is wanted or enjoyable
compartmenta separate division or section
invertto reverse in position, order, or relationship
factiona party or group (as within a government) that is often contentious or self-seeking : clique