GRE Word List

DISSENT

to withhold assent or approval

The meaning of the word dissent is to withhold assent or approval.

Random words

WordMeaning
grumbleto mutter in discontent
blowhardan arrogantly and pompously boastful or opinionated person : braggart
fleecethe coat of wool covering a wool-bearing animal (such as a sheep)
seduceto persuade to disobedience or disloyalty
paramountsuperior to all others : supreme
dilatorytending or intended to cause delay
flutterto flap the wings rapidly
pretexta purpose or motive alleged or an appearance assumed in order to cloak the real intention or state of affairs
adroithaving or showing skill, cleverness, or resourcefulness in handling situations
elopeto run away secretly with the intention of getting married usually without parental consent