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 |
|---|---|
| toxic | containing or being poisonous material especially when capable of causing death or serious debilitation |
| prophylactic | guarding from or preventing the spread or occurrence of disease or infection |
| divine | of, relating to, or proceeding directly from God (see god |
| animosity | a strong feeling of dislike or hatred : ill will or resentment tending toward active hostility : an antagonistic attitude |
| checkered | marked by alternating squares of different colors, shades, or materials |
| genre | a category of artistic, musical, or literary composition characterized by a particular style, form, or content |
| skimp | skimpy |
| defile | to make unclean or impure: such as |
| quorum | a select group |
| reparable | capable of being repaired |