GRE Word List
MANUMIT
to release from slavery
The meaning of the word manumit is to release from slavery.
Random words
Word | Meaning |
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scurrilous | using or given to coarse language |
holster | a leather or fabric case for carrying a firearm on the person (as on the hip or chest), on a saddle, or in a vehicle |
verdigris | a green or greenish-blue poisonous pigment resulting from the action of acetic acid on copper and consisting of one or more basic copper acetates |
quench | put out |
fledgling | a young bird just fledged (see fledge |
demure | reserved |
pliable | supple enough to bend freely or repeatedly without breaking |
adversary | one that contends with, opposes, or resists : an enemy or opponent |
convoke | to call together to a meeting |
effectual | producing or able to produce a desired effect |