GRE Word List

CANARD

a false or unfounded report or story

The meaning of the word canard is a false or unfounded report or story.

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WordMeaning
consolidationthe act or process of consolidating : the state of being consolidated
distortto twist (see twist
welta strip between a shoe sole and upper through which they are stitched or stapled together
cowerto shrink away or crouch especially for shelter from something that menaces, domineers, or dismays
receptiveable or inclined to receive
discordantbeing at variance : disagreeing
prevalentgenerally or widely accepted, practiced, or favored : widespread
consortassociate
missilecapable of being thrown or projected to strike a distant object
gloatto observe or think about something with triumphant and often malicious satisfaction, gratification, or delight