GRE Word List

WITHHOLD

to hold back from action : check

The meaning of the word withhold is to hold back from action : check.

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WordMeaning
ficklemarked by lack of steadfastness, constancy, or stability : given to erratic changeableness
chorethe regular or daily light work of a household or farm
lineamentsan outline, feature, or contour of a body or figure and especially of a face
plaintiveexpressive of suffering or woe : melancholy
remittancea sum of money remitted
groovea long narrow channel or depression
misgivingsa feeling of doubt or suspicion especially concerning a future event
checkto inspect, examine, or look at appraisingly or appreciatively
surpassto become better, greater, or stronger than : exceed
indomitableincapable of being subdued : unconquerable