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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WordMeaning
betrayto lead astray
expeditiousmarked by or acting with prompt efficiency
practicablecapable of being put into practice or of being done or accomplished : feasible
expropriateto deprive of possession or proprietary rights
diligencesteady, earnest, and energetic effort : devoted and painstaking work and application to accomplish an undertaking : assiduity
abetto actively second and encourage (something, such as an activity or plan)
acmethe highest point or stage
chaperona person (such as a matron) who for propriety (see propriety
tauntto reproach or challenge in a mocking or insulting manner : jeer at
pretexta purpose or motive alleged or an appearance assumed in order to cloak the real intention or state of affairs