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.

Random words

WordMeaning
tethera line (as of rope or chain) by which an animal is fastened so as to restrict its range of movement
effulgentradiant splendor : brilliance
tycoona businessperson of exceptional wealth, power, and influence : magnate
burgeonto send forth new growth (such as buds or branches) : sprout
dissimulateto hide under a false appearance
trenchantkeen
reclusemarked by withdrawal from society : solitary
eonan immeasurably or indefinitely long period of time : age
insidioushaving a gradual and cumulative effect : subtle
indulgentwilling to allow excessive leniency, generosity, or consideration : indulging or characterized by indulgence