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

WordMeaning
bacchanaliana Roman festival of Bacchus celebrated with dancing, song, and revelry
outskirtsa part remote from the center : border
amplegenerous or more than adequate in size, scope, or capacity
compartmenta separate division or section
acquittala setting free from the charge of an offense by verdict, sentence, or other legal process
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