GRE Word List
GAINSAY
to declare to be untrue or invalid
The meaning of the word gainsay is to declare to be untrue or invalid.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| sophisticated | deprived of native or original simplicity: such as |
| timidity | lacking in courage or self-confidence |
| serpentine | of or resembling a serpent (as in form or movement) |
| subversive | the act of subverting : the state of being subverted |
| precedent | prior in time, order, arrangement, or significance |
| foster | having, relating to, or being the relationship between a foster parent and the child who the foster parent cares for |
| chronicle | a historical account of events arranged in order of time usually without analysis or interpretation |
| stumble | to fall into sin or waywardness |
| harrowing | acutely distressing or painful |
| defray | to provide for the payment of : pay |