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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WordMeaning
distractto draw or direct (something, such as someone's attention) to a different object or in different directions at the same time
visionthe act or power of seeing : sight
acridsharp and harsh or unpleasantly pungent in taste or odor : irritating
fawningseeking or used to seek approval or favor by means of flattery
eulogistica commendatory oration or writing especially in honor of one deceased
imperviousnot allowing entrance or passage : impenetrable
continencethe ability to retain a bodily discharge voluntarily
conventionalformed by agreement or compact
isthmusa narrow strip of land connecting two larger land areas
mesmerizeto subject to mesmerism