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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| antiquated | outmoded or discredited by reason of age : old and no longer useful, popular, or accepted |
| foresight | an act or the power of foreseeing : prescience |
| eccentric | deviating from conventional or accepted usage or conduct especially in odd or whimsical ways |
| snicker | to laugh in a covert or partly suppressed manner : titter |
| consternation | amazement or dismay that hinders or throws into confusion |
| frieze | a heavy durable coarse wool and shoddy fabric with a rough surface |
| parity | the quality or state of being equal or equivalent |
| mitigate | to cause to become less harsh or hostile : mollify |
| callow | lacking adult sophistication : immature |
| philanthropist | one who makes an active effort to promote human welfare : a person who practices philanthropy |