GRE Word List

CAPITULATE

to surrender often after negotiation of terms

The meaning of the word capitulate is to surrender often after negotiation of terms.

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WordMeaning
temporizeto act to suit the time or occasion : yield to current or dominant opinion
aperturean opening or open space : hole
forfeitsomething forfeited or subject to being forfeited (as for a crime, offense, or neglect of duty) : penalty
tauthaving no give or slack : tightly drawn
voracioushaving a huge appetite : ravenous
assiduousshowing great care, attention, and effort : marked by careful unremitting attention or persistent application
contagiona contagious disease
hecklerone who heckles someone (such as a performer or speaker) usually by shouting criticisms or insults
reckoncount
woea condition of deep suffering from misfortune, affliction, or grief