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 |
|---|---|
| extrinsic | not forming part of or belonging to a thing : extraneous |
| practical | of, relating to, or manifested in practice or action : not theoretical or ideal |
| unassuming | not assuming : modest |
| subtlety | the quality or state of being subtle |
| minuscule | very small |
| cavil | to raise trivial and frivolous objection |
| bountiful | liberal or generous in bestowing gifts or favors |
| abolish | to end the observance or effect of (something, such as a law) : to completely do away with (something) : annul |
| impale | to pierce with or as if with something pointed |
| knead | to work and press into a mass with or as if with the hands |