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 |
|---|---|
| swell | to expand (as in size, volume, or numbers) gradually beyond a normal or original limit |
| embitter | to excite bitter feelings in |
| suppress | to put down by authority or force : subdue |
| kaleidoscope | an instrument containing loose bits of colored material (such as glass or plastic) between two flat plates and two plane mirrors so placed that changes of position of the bits of material are reflected in an endless variety of patterns |
| garner | to gather into storage |
| defer | put off |
| somnolent | of a kind likely to induce sleep |
| dogmatic | characterized by or given to the expression of opinions very strongly or positively as if they were facts |
| entreat | to plead with especially in order to persuade : ask urgently |
| adversary | one that contends with, opposes, or resists : an enemy or opponent |