GRE Word List
COUNTERMAND
to revoke (a command) by a contrary order
The meaning of the word countermand is to revoke (a command) by a contrary order.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| mischance | bad luck |
| woeful | full of woe : grievous |
| handsome | having a pleasing and usually impressive or dignified appearance |
| mime | an ancient dramatic entertainment representing scenes from life usually in a ridiculous manner |
| effectual | producing or able to produce a desired effect |
| facade | the front of a building |
| tranquillity | the quality or state of being tranquil |
| drudge | to do hard, menial, or monotonous work |
| orthography | the art of writing words with the proper letters according to standard usage |
| inexorable | not to be persuaded, moved, or stopped : relentless |