GRE Word List
DISSIDENT
disagreeing especially with an established religious or political system, organization, or belief
The meaning of the word dissident is disagreeing especially with an established religious or political system, organization, or belief.
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| perpetuate | to make perpetual or cause to last indefinitely |
| mettle | vigor and strength of spirit or temperament (see temperament |
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