GRE Word List

MANUMIT

to release from slavery

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

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WordMeaning
maraudto roam about and raid in search of plunder
matrimonythe state of being married : marriage
serendipitythe faculty or phenomenon of finding valuable or agreeable things not sought for
purportedreputed
ubiquitousexisting or being everywhere at the same time : constantly encountered : widespread
stem_fromarise from; originate from
volleythe flight of the ball (as in volleyball or tennis) or its course before striking the ground
somnambulistan abnormal condition of sleep in which motor acts (such as walking) are performed
pretensionan allegation of doubtful value : pretext
pensivemusingly or dreamily thoughtful