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.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| glutinous | having the quality of glue : gummy |
| fiend | devil |
| surrogate | one appointed to act in place of another : deputy |
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| rightful | just |
| dispirited | to deprive of morale or enthusiasm |
| apostate | one who commits apostasy |
| precept | a command or principle intended especially as a general rule of action |
| buffoonery | foolish or playful behavior or practice |
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