GRE Word List

SEQUESTER

to set apart : segregate

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

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WordMeaning
malingererto pretend or exaggerate incapacity or illness (as to avoid duty or work)
carnagethe flesh of slain animals or humans
disinclinationa preference for avoiding something : slight aversion
thronga multitude of assembled persons
defrockto deprive of the right to exercise the functions of office
accommodateto provide with something desired, needed, or suited
preposterouscontrary to nature, reason, or common sense : absurd
acridsharp and harsh or unpleasantly pungent in taste or odor : irritating
remissnegligent in the performance of work or duty : careless
vantagea position giving a strategic advantage, commanding perspective, or comprehensive view