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 |
|---|---|
| toss | to throw with a quick, light, or careless motion or with a sudden jerk |
| confidence | a feeling or consciousness of one's powers or of reliance on one's circumstances |
| frisk | to search (a person) for something (such as a concealed weapon) by running the hand rapidly over the clothing and through the pockets |
| transgression | an act, process, or instance of transgressing: such as |
| maneuver | a military or naval movement |
| behemoth | a mighty animal described in Job 40:15–24 as an example of the power of God |
| adept | thoroughly proficient : expert |
| embroider | to ornament with needlework |
| vertex | the top of the head |
| usurp | to seize and hold (office, place, functions, powers, etc.) in possession by force or without right |