GRE Word List
ACKNOWLEDGE
to recognize the rights, authority, or status of
The meaning of the word acknowledge is to recognize the rights, authority, or status of.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| dialectical | of, relating to, or in accordance with dialectic |
| respite | a period of temporary delay |
| humanitarian | a person promoting human welfare and social reform : philanthropist |
| figure | a number symbol : numeral |
| impugn | to assail by words or arguments : oppose or attack as false or lacking integrity |
| flout | to treat with contemptuous disregard : scorn |
| interregnum | the time during which a throne is vacant between two successive reigns or regimes |
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| personable | pleasant or amiable in person : attractive |
| derivative | a word formed from another word or base : a word formed by derivation |