GRE Word List

MANUMIT

to release from slavery

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

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WordMeaning
unobtrusivenot obtrusive : not blatant, arresting, or aggressive : inconspicuous
gargantuantremendous in size, volume, or degree : gigantic
jetsamthe 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
seasonalof, relating to, or varying in occurrence according to the season
bumpa relatively abrupt convexity or protuberance on a surface: such as
antecedeprecede
unctuoushaving, revealing, or marked by a smug, ingratiating, and false earnestness or spirituality
licensepermission to act
parchmentthe skin of a sheep or goat prepared for writing on
mimean ancient dramatic entertainment representing scenes from life usually in a ridiculous manner