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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abrogateto abolish by authoritative action : annul
tethera line (as of rope or chain) by which an animal is fastened so as to restrict its range of movement
provocativeserving or tending to provoke, excite, or stimulate
obstreperousmarked by unruly or aggressive noisiness : clamorous
demolitionthe act of demolishing
oafa stupid person : boob
entreatto plead with especially in order to persuade : ask urgently
discretionindividual choice or judgment
chameleonany of a family (Chamaeleontidae) of chiefly arboreal (see arboreal
traumaticpsychologically or emotionally stressful in a way that can lead to serious mental and emotional problems