GRE Word List

RECREANT

crying for mercy : cowardly

The meaning of the word recreant is crying for mercy : cowardly.

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WordMeaning
forestallto exclude, hinder, or prevent (something) by prior occupation or measures
stigmaa mark of shame or discredit : stain
insightfulexhibiting or characterized by insight
equanimityevenness of mind especially under stress
countermandto revoke (a command) by a contrary order
trystan agreement (as between lovers) to meet
debilitateto impair the strength of : enfeeble
shirkto go stealthily : sneak
porouspossessing or full of pores
claspa device (such as a hook) for holding objects or parts together