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 |
|---|---|
| synchronous | happening, existing, or arising at precisely the same time |
| attentive | mindful |
| insalubrious | not conducive to health : unwholesome |
| archaeology | the scientific study of material remains (such as tools, pottery, jewelry, stone walls, and monuments) of past human life and activities |
| slough | a place of deep mud or mire |
| wilt | loose freshness; droop |
| munificent | very liberal in giving or bestowing (see bestow |
| sear | being dried and withered |
| cognizance | a distinguishing mark or emblem (such as a heraldic bearing) |
| nonchalance | the quality or state of being nonchalant |