GRE Word List
MANUMIT
to release from slavery
The meaning of the word manumit is to release from slavery.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| disinterested | not having the mind or feelings engaged (see engaged |
| opiate | an alkaloid drug (such as morphine or codeine) that contains or is derived from opium, binds to cell receptors primarily of the central nervous system and gastrointestinal tract, acts to block pain, induce sedation or sleep, depress respiration, and produce calmness or euphoria, and is associated with physiological tolerance (see tolerance |
| precursor | one that precedes and indicates the approach of another |
| dissonance | lack of agreement |
| mystic | mystical |
| girth | a band or strap that encircles the body of an animal to fasten something (such as a saddle) on its back |
| cohere | to hold together firmly as parts of the same mass |
| sobriety | the quality or state of being sober |
| compliant | ready or disposed to comply : submissive |
| nib | bill |