GRE Word List
SUSTAIN
to give support or relief to
The meaning of the word sustain is to give support or relief to.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| bacchanal | orgy |
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| influx | a coming in |
| coalition | the act of coalescing : union |
| nadir | the point of the celestial sphere that is directly opposite the zenith and vertically downward from the observer |
| artery | any of the tubular branching muscular- and elastic-walled vessels that carry blood from the heart through the body |
| subdue | to conquer and bring into subjection : vanquish |
| optician | a maker of or dealer in optical items and instruments |
| brawl | to quarrel or fight noisily : wrangle |