GRE Word List
DISMISS
to permit or cause to leave
The meaning of the word dismiss is to permit or cause to leave.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| mangy | affected with or resulting from mange |
| deadlock | a state of inaction or neutralization resulting from the opposition of equally powerful uncompromising persons or factions : standstill |
| ovoid | resembling an egg in shape : ovate |
| attribute | a quality, character, or characteristic ascribed to someone or something |
| slack | not using due diligence, care, or dispatch : negligent |
| devout | committed or devoted to religion or to religious duties or exercises |
| puissant | having puissance : powerful |
| ethos | the distinguishing character, sentiment, moral nature, or guiding beliefs of a person, group, or institution |
| conformist | one who conforms : a person who behaves in accordance with prevailing standards or customs and typically dislikes or avoids unconventional behavior |
| forward | near, being at, or belonging to the forepart |