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GRE Multiple Choice Questions - List 24

GRE - Flashcards - Multiple Choice Questions - SHOW ME LIST 24

Definition:

(verb) undergo (as of injuries and illnesses); "She suffered a fracture in the accident"; "He had an insulin shock after eating three candy bars"; "She got a bruise on her leg"; "He got his arm broken in the scuffle"

(verb) establish or strengthen as with new evidence or facts; "his story confirmed my doubts"; "The evidence supports the defendant"

(verb) admit as valid; "The court #######ed the motion"

(verb) supply with necessities and support; "She alone #######ed her family"; "The money will ####### our good cause"; "There's little to earn and many to keep"

(verb) provide with nourishment; "We #######ed ourselves on bread and water"; "This kind of food is not nourishing for young children"

(verb) be the physical support of; carry the weight of; "The beam holds up the roof"; "He supported me with one hand while I balanced on the beam"; "What's holding that mirror?"

(verb) lengthen or extend in duration or space; "We #######ed the diplomatic negociations as long as possible"; "prolong the treatment of the patient"; "keep up the good work"

 

** Please Select the best Word that fits the definition in the left column

STANCH
STINT
STRAY
SUSTAIN
STENTORIAN