GRE Word List
ABJURE
to renounce upon oath
The meaning of the word abjure is to renounce upon oath.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| blithe | lacking due thought or consideration : casual |
| charlatan | quack |
| figurine | a small carved or molded figure : statuette |
| impuissance | weakness |
| arbitrary | existing or coming about seemingly at random or by chance or as a capricious and unreasonable act of will |
| umbrage | a feeling of pique or resentment at some often fancied slight or insult |
| desecrate | to violate the sanctity of : profane |
| encomiastic | one that praises : eulogist |
| demoniac | possessed or influenced by a demon |
| catcall | a loud or raucous cry made especially to express disapproval (as at a sports event) |