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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|---|---|
| sleeper | one that sleeps |
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| placate | to soothe or mollify especially by concessions : appease |
| assurance | the state of being assured: such as |
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