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.

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WordMeaning
distractto draw or direct (something, such as someone's attention) to a different object or in different directions at the same time
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balma balsamic (see balsamic
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entreethe act or manner of entering : entrance
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