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 |
|---|---|
| ample | generous or more than adequate in size, scope, or capacity |
| prod | to thrust a pointed instrument into : prick |
| jest | a joking or mocking remark |
| precis | a concise summary of essential points, statements, or facts |
| abridge | to shorten by omission of words without sacrifice of sense : condense |
| affiliation | the state or relation of being closely associated or affiliated with a particular person, group, party, company, etc. |
| pervert | to cause to turn aside or away from what is good or true or morally right : corrupt |
| tend | to exhibit an inclination or tendency : conduce |
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