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 |
|---|---|
| accede | to express approval or give consent : to agree to a request or demand |
| dire | exciting horror |
| rote | the use of memory usually with little intelligence |
| propellant | capable of propelling |
| deflect | to turn (something) aside especially from a straight course or fixed direction |
| rhapsody | a portion of an epic poem adapted for recitation |
| tertiary | of third rank, importance, or value |
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| slur | an insulting or disparaging remark or innuendo : aspersion |