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 |
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thematic | of, relating to, or constituting a theme |
decant | to draw off (a liquid) without disturbing the sediment or the lower liquid layers |
amity | friendship |
impetuous | marked by impulsive vehemence or passion |
hypercritical | meticulously or excessively critical |
incumbent | the holder of an office or ecclesiastical benefice |
moratorium | a legally authorized period of delay in the performance of a legal obligation or the payment of a debt |
detached | standing by itself : separate |
sinewy | full of sinews: such as |
brackish | somewhat salty |