GRE Word List

MANUMIT

to release from slavery

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

Random words

WordMeaning
deb\^aclesudden disastrous downfall or defeat; complete disaster
equanimityevenness of mind especially under stress
abhorto regard with extreme repugnance : to feel hatred or loathing for : loathe
aproposbeing both relevant and opportune
hema border of a cloth article doubled back and stitched down
dulcetsweet to the taste
eccentricdeviating from conventional or accepted usage or conduct especially in odd or whimsical ways
ordeala primitive means used to determine guilt or innocence by submitting the accused to dangerous or painful tests believed to be under supernatural control
disclaimto make a disclaimer
gallbrazen boldness coupled with impudent assurance and insolence