GRE Word List

MANUMIT

to release from slavery

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

Random words

WordMeaning
hindmostfarthest to the rear : last
unravelto disengage or separate the threads of : disentangle
heedto pay attention
consensusgeneral agreement : unanimity
reprisala retaliatory act
perigeethe point in the orbit of an object (such as a satellite) orbiting the earth that is nearest to the center of the earth
markedhaving an identifying mark
loutto bow in respect
whineto utter a high-pitched plaintive or distressed cry
bestowto put to use : apply