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 |
|---|---|
| impiety | the quality or state of being impious : irreverence |
| maculated | marked with spots : blotched |
| pulverize | to reduce (as by crushing, beating, or grinding) to very small particles : atomize |
| innuendo | an oblique allusion : hint |
| effulgent | radiant splendor : brilliance |
| don | to put on (an article of clothing) |
| insurrection | an act or instance of revolting against civil authority or an established government |
| ubiquitous | existing or being everywhere at the same time : constantly encountered : widespread |
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