retention

Definitions

The continued possession, control, or use of something.

The action of absorbing and continuing to hold a substance or thing.

The ability to remember things; the power of memory.

Examples

The company implemented new benefits to improve employee retention.

Regular review sessions are essential for the long-term retention of information.

The lake's water retention levels have dropped significantly due to the recent drought.

Synonyms

preservation custody maintenance holding storage possession keeping

Antonyms

release loss dismissal discharge abandonment surrender forfeiture