GRE Word List
DISSENT
to withhold assent or approval
The meaning of the word dissent is to withhold assent or approval.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| impiety | the quality or state of being impious : irreverence |
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| discompose | to destroy the composure of |
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| cavalcade | a procession (see procession |
| throes | pang |
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