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
exertionthe act or an instance of exerting
curmudgeona crusty, ill-tempered, and usually old man
converseto exchange thoughts and opinions in speech : talk
lucremonetary gain : profit
sneakto go stealthily or furtively : slink
ingrainedforming a part of the essence or inmost being : deep-seated
unassailablenot assailable : not liable to doubt, attack, or question
coevalof the same or equal age, antiquity, or duration
eulogya commendatory oration or writing especially in honor of one deceased
conciliatoryintended to gain goodwill or favor or to reduce hostility : tending or intended to conciliate