GRE Word List

SEQUESTER

to set apart : segregate

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

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WordMeaning
legislaturea body of persons having the power to legislate
fuss:trouble or worry over trifles; make nervous; pay too much attention to; N: needless concern or worry (about a trivial thing); anxious nervous condition; display of attention; Ex. make a fuss over the baby
plenarycomplete in every respect : absolute
concomitantaccompanying especially in a subordinate or incidental way
campa place usually away from urban areas where tents or simple buildings (such as cabins) are erected for shelter or for temporary residence (as for laborers, prisoners, or vacationers)
sobrietythe quality or state of being sober
vigoractive bodily or mental strength or force
scintillaspark
mordantbiting and caustic in thought, manner, or style : incisive
stalwartmarked by outstanding strength and vigor of body, mind, or spirit