GRE Word List
RECANT
to withdraw or repudiate (a statement or belief) formally and publicly : renounce
The meaning of the word recant is to withdraw or repudiate (a statement or belief) formally and publicly : renounce.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| prolific | producing young or fruit especially freely : fruitful |
| effluvium | an invisible emanation |
| primordial | first created or developed : primeval |
| dishonor | lack or loss of honor or reputation |
| dissent | to withhold assent or approval |
| cardinal | a high ecclesiastical official of the Roman Catholic Church who ranks next below the pope and is appointed by him to assist him as a member of the college of cardinals (see college |
| amoral | having or showing no concern about whether behavior is morally right or wrong |
| ensconce | shelter |
| pretext | a purpose or motive alleged or an appearance assumed in order to cloak the real intention or state of affairs |
| artless | lacking art, knowledge, or skill : uncultured |
