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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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 |