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.

Random words

WordMeaning
suppressto put down by authority or force : subdue
infamoushaving a reputation of the worst kind : notoriously evil
pervertto cause to turn aside or away from what is good or true or morally right : corrupt
forestallto exclude, hinder, or prevent (something) by prior occupation or measures
scurriloususing or given to coarse language
fringean ornamental border consisting of short straight or twisted threads or strips hanging from cut or raveled edges or from a separate band
plightto put or give in pledge : engage
dintforce
curatora person who oversees or manages a place (such as a museum or zoo) that offers exhibits
protuberancesomething that is protuberant