GRE Word List

STANCH

to check or stop the flowing of

The meaning of the word stanch is to check or stop the flowing of.

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WordMeaning
abstainto choose not to do or have something : to refrain deliberately and often with an effort of self-denial from an action or practice
protrudeto jut out from the surrounding surface or context
abjectsunk to or existing in a low state or condition : very bad or severe
bulkmagnitude
loatheto dislike greatly and often with disgust or intolerance : detest
construeto analyze the arrangement and connection of words in (a sentence or sentence part)
dissidentdisagreeing especially with an established religious or political system, organization, or belief
caninea conical pointed tooth
far-fetchedbrought from a remote time or place
rejuvenateto make young or youthful again : give new vigor to