GRE Word List

RELINQUISH

to withdraw or retreat from : leave behind

The meaning of the word relinquish is to withdraw or retreat from : leave behind.

Random words

WordMeaning
ravelto become unwoven, untwisted, or unwound : fray
epitomea typical or ideal example : embodiment
aviarya place for keeping birds confined
claspa device (such as a hook) for holding objects or parts together
rebateto reduce the force or activity of : diminish
surlymenacing or threatening in appearance
tarnishto dull or destroy the luster of by or as if by air, dust, or dirt : soil
precincta part of a territory with definite bounds or functions often established for administrative purposes : district
rueto feel penitence, remorse, or regret for
stinta period of time spent at a particular activity