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 |
|---|---|
| parry | to ward off a weapon or blow |
| rostrum | an ancient Roman platform for public orators |
| demolition | the act of demolishing |
| allay | to subdue or reduce in intensity or severity : alleviate |
| cuisine | manner of preparing food : style of cooking |
| veer | to change direction or course |
| notch | a V-shaped indentation |
| domineer | to exercise arbitrary or overbearing control |
| grumble | to mutter in discontent |
| equipoise | a state of equilibrium |