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.

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WordMeaning
hostilitydeep-seated usually mutual ill will
exorciseto expel (an evil spirit) by adjuration
wholesomepromoting health or well-being of mind or spirit
disabuseto free from error, misconception, or fallacy (see fallacy
idiosyncrasya peculiarity of constitution or temperament : an individualizing characteristic or quality
recuperateto get back : regain
compoundsomething formed by a union of elements or parts
pseudonyma fictitious name
egregiousconspicuous
dissidentdisagreeing especially with an established religious or political system, organization, or belief