GRE Word List

ABSOLVE

to set (someone) free from an obligation or the consequences of guilt

The meaning of the word absolve is to set (someone) free from an obligation or the consequences of guilt.

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WordMeaning
emaciatedvery thin and feeble especially from lack of nutrition or illness
celestialof, relating to, or suggesting heaven or divinity
vantagea position giving a strategic advantage, commanding perspective, or comprehensive view
appellationan identifying name or title : designation
teneta principle, belief, or doctrine generally held to be true
lustera glow of reflected light : sheen
deploreto feel or express grief for
impugnto assail by words or arguments : oppose or attack as false or lacking integrity
preposterouscontrary to nature, reason, or common sense : absurd
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