GRE Word List
PREVARICATE
to deviate from the truth : equivocate
The meaning of the word prevaricate is to deviate from the truth : equivocate.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| deadlock | a state of inaction or neutralization resulting from the opposition of equally powerful uncompromising persons or factions : standstill |
| unmitigated | not lessened : unrelieved |
| peremptory | putting an end to or precluding a right of action, debate, or delay |
| edifice | building |
| amazon | a member of a race of female warriors of Greek mythology |
| revoke | to annul by recalling or taking back : rescind |
| caucus | a closed meeting of a group of persons belonging to the same political party or faction usually to select candidates or to decide on policy |
| enlist | to secure the support and aid of : employ in advancing an interest |
| ordeal | a primitive means used to determine guilt or innocence by submitting the accused to dangerous or painful tests believed to be under supernatural control |
| sanctimonious | hypocritically pious or devout |