GRE Word List

ABNEGATION

denial

The meaning of the word abnegation is denial.

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theoreticalexisting only in theory : hypothetical
recuperateto get back : regain
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chafeirritate
impromptumade, done, or formed on or as if on the spur of the moment : improvised
ordeala primitive means used to determine guilt or innocence by submitting the accused to dangerous or painful tests believed to be under supernatural control
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makeshifta usually crude and temporary expedient : substitute
penchanta strong and continued inclination