GRE Word List

DISMISS

to permit or cause to leave

The meaning of the word dismiss is to permit or cause to leave.

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WordMeaning
halfheartedlacking heart, spirit, or interest
shacklesomething (such as a manacle or fetter) that confines the legs or arms
prominentstanding out or projecting beyond a surface or line : protuberant
ensconceshelter
interminablehaving or seeming to have no end
blaseapathetic to pleasure or excitement as a result of excessive indulgence or enjoyment : world-weary
supplantto supersede (another) especially by force or treachery
elopeto run away secretly with the intention of getting married usually without parental consent
comportto be fitting : accord
dowseto plunge into water