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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| cadet | a younger brother or son |
| canvass | to go through (a district) or go to (persons) in order to solicit orders or political support or to determine opinions or sentiments |
| verity | the quality or state of being true or real |
| episodic | made up of separate especially loosely connected episodes |
| surmount | to prevail over : overcome |
| coax | to influence or gently urge by caressing or flattering : wheedle |
| canker | an erosive or spreading sore |
| selective | of, relating to, or characterized by selection : selecting or tending to select |
| somnolent | of a kind likely to induce sleep |
| puissant | having puissance : powerful |