GRE Word List
SUSTAIN
to give support or relief to
The meaning of the word sustain is to give support or relief to.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| recess | the action of receding : recession |
| slink | to go or move stealthily or furtively (as in fear or shame) : steal |
| adventitious | coming from another source and not inherent or innate |
| hibernal | of, relating to, or occurring in winter |
| iota | an infinitesimal amount : jot |
| supererogatory | observed or performed to an extent not enjoined or required |
| agitate | to excite and often trouble the mind or feelings of : disturb |
| qualms | a feeling of uneasiness about a point especially of conscience or propriety |
| urbane | notably polite or polished in manner |
| avuncular | suggestive of an uncle especially in kindliness or geniality |