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
discernibleable to be perceived by a sense (such as sight or smell) or by the mind : capable of being discerned
lunaticaffected with a severely disordered state of mind : insane
clairvoyanthaving clairvoyance : able to see beyond the range of ordinary perception
persistto go on resolutely or stubbornly in spite of opposition, importunity, or warning
galea strong current of air:
raspyharsh
punyslight or inferior in power, size, or importance : weak
precepta command or principle intended especially as a general rule of action
frivolousof little weight or importance
lardera place where food is stored : pantry