GRE Word List

RECREANT

crying for mercy : cowardly

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

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WordMeaning
factotuma person having many diverse activities or responsibilities
celibateof, relating to, or characterized by celibacy:
smarthaving or showing a high degree of mental ability : intelligent
vigilthe act of keeping awake at times when sleep is customary
wretcha miserable person : one who is profoundly unhappy or in great misfortune
stoketo poke or stir up (a fire, flames, etc.) : supply with fuel
adjurationa solemn oath
fermentto undergo fermentation
tempestuousof, relating to, or resembling a tempest : turbulent
indicessigns; indications; Ex. indices of a student's potential; CF. index: something that reveals or indicates; sign; Ex. cost-of-living index