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 |
|---|---|
| adventitious | coming from another source and not inherent or innate |
| antiquated | outmoded or discredited by reason of age : old and no longer useful, popular, or accepted |
| chancellor | the secretary of a nobleman, prince, or king |
| default | failure to do something required by duty or law : neglect |
| chore | the regular or daily light work of a household or farm |
| somber | so shaded as to be dark and gloomy |
| exotic | introduced from another country : not native to the place where found |
| arroyo | a watercourse (such as a creek) in an arid region |
| astringent | causing a tightening of soft organic tissues : styptic |
| dorsal | an ornamental cloth hung behind and above an altar |