GRE Word List

REINSTATE

to place again (as in possession or in a former position)

The meaning of the word reinstate is to place again (as in possession or in a former position).

Random words

WordMeaning
exhumedisinter
desecrateto violate the sanctity of : profane
disinterto take out of the grave or tomb
withholdto hold back from action : check
shimmerto shine with a soft tremulous or fitful light : glimmer
collateralproperty (such as securities) pledged by a borrower to protect the interests of the lender
dignitaryone who possesses exalted rank or holds a position of dignity or honor
contrabandillegal or prohibited traffic in goods : smuggling
visceralfelt in or as if in the internal organs of the body : deep
bewareto be on one's guard