GRE Word List
MANUMIT
to release from slavery
The meaning of the word manumit is to release from slavery.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| unobtrusive | not obtrusive : not blatant, arresting, or aggressive : inconspicuous |
| gargantuan | tremendous in size, volume, or degree : gigantic |
| jetsam | the part of a ship, its equipment, or its cargo that is cast overboard to lighten the load in time of distress and that sinks or is washed ashore |
| seasonal | of, relating to, or varying in occurrence according to the season |
| bump | a relatively abrupt convexity or protuberance on a surface: such as |
| antecede | precede |
| unctuous | having, revealing, or marked by a smug, ingratiating, and false earnestness or spirituality |
| license | permission to act |
| parchment | the skin of a sheep or goat prepared for writing on |
| mime | an ancient dramatic entertainment representing scenes from life usually in a ridiculous manner |