GRE Word List
RECREANT
crying for mercy : cowardly
The meaning of the word recreant is crying for mercy : cowardly.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| therapeutic | of or relating to the treatment of disease or disorders by remedial agents or methods : curative |
| expound | to set forth : state |
| aberration | the fact or an instance of deviating or being aberrant especially from a moral standard or normal state |
| shoddy | a reclaimed wool from materials that are not felted that is of better quality and longer staple than mungo |
| demeanor | behavior toward others : outward manner |
| discriminating | making a distinction : distinguishing |
| sleazy | lacking firmness of texture : flimsy |
| traduce | to expose to shame or blame by means of falsehood and misrepresentation |
| gavel | rent or tribute in medieval England |
| providence | divine guidance or care |