GRE Word List

MANUMIT

to release from slavery

The meaning of the word manumit is to release from slavery.

Random words

WordMeaning
tenaciousnot easily pulled apart : cohesive
bearingthe manner in which one behaves or comports oneself : the manner in which one bears (see bear
venisonthe edible flesh of a game animal and especially a deer
insubordinationdisobedient to authority
triviaunimportant matters : trivial facts or details
confinesomething (such as borders or walls) that encloses
introspectivecharacterized by examination of one's own thoughts and feelings : thoughtfully reflective : employing, marked by, or tending to introspection
persistto go on resolutely or stubbornly in spite of opposition, importunity, or warning
siltloose sedimentary material with rock particles usually ¹/₂₀ millimeter or less in diameter
tyrannyoppressive power