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
mellifluoushaving a smooth rich flow
occultto shut off from view or exposure : cover
desecrateto violate the sanctity of : profane
amnesialoss of memory due usually to brain injury, shock, fatigue, repression, or illness
seclusionthe act of secluding : the condition of being secluded
garbledmade unclear or confusing : distorted or mixed up
conduita natural or artificial channel through which something (such as a fluid) is conveyed
supplicantone who supplicates
overturean initiative toward agreement or action : proposal
putativecommonly accepted or supposed