GRE Word List

AMISS

in a mistaken way : wrongly

The meaning of the word amiss is in a mistaken way : wrongly.

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remissnegligent in the performance of work or duty : careless
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lullto cause to sleep or rest : soothe
rescindto take away : remove
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infringeto encroach upon in a way that violates law or the rights of another