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 |
|---|---|
| clot | a portion of a substance adhering together in a thick nondescript mass (as of clay or gum) |
| ego | the self especially as contrasted with another self or the world |
| usury | the lending of money with an interest charge for its use |
| refraction | deflection from a straight path undergone by a light ray or energy wave in passing obliquely from one medium (such as air) into another (such as glass) in which its velocity is different |
| totter | to move unsteadily : stagger |
| disengage | to release from something that engages or involves |
| detraction | a lessening of reputation or esteem especially by envious, malicious, or petty criticism : belittling |
| cantankerous | difficult or irritating to deal with |
| delta | the 4th letter of the Greek alphabet see Alphabet Table |
| chalice | a drinking cup : goblet |