Words that Rhyme with retention
2 Syllable Words
gentian, henschen, mention, pension, tension
3 Syllable Words
ascension, attention, contention, convention, detention, dimension, dissension, extension, invention, laurentian, pretension, prevention, suspension
4 Syllable Words
apprehension, comprehension, condescension, hypertension, hypotension, reinvention
5 Syllable Words
misapprehension
Definitions of retention
n. The act of retaining, or the state of being ratined.
n. The power of retaining; retentiveness.
n. That which contains something, as a tablet; a //// of preserving impressions.
n. The act of withholding; retraint; reserve.
n. Place of custody or confinement.
n. The right of withholding a debt, or of retaining property until a debt due to the person claiming the right be duly paid; a lien.