GRE Word List
FORSWEAR
to make a liar of (oneself) under or as if under oath
The meaning of the word forswear is to make a liar of (oneself) under or as if under oath.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
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| ulterior | going beyond what is openly said or shown and especially what is proper |
| irreconcilable | impossible to reconcile |
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