GRE Word List

SEQUESTER

to set apart : segregate

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

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centripetalproceeding or acting in a direction toward a center or axis
inscrutablenot readily investigated, interpreted, or understood : mysterious
cantataa composition for one or more voices usually comprising solos, duets, recitatives, and choruses and sung to an instrumental accompaniment
exemplarydeserving imitation : commendable
insouciantlighthearted unconcern : nonchalance
chancellorthe secretary of a nobleman, prince, or king
demolitionthe act of demolishing
plummetto fall perpendicularly
subpoenaa writ commanding a person designated in it to appear in court under a penalty for failure
winceto shrink back involuntarily (as from pain) : flinch