GRE Word List
RENEGE
to go back on a promise or commitment
The meaning of the word renege is to go back on a promise or commitment.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| noisome | noxious |
| embargo | an order of a government prohibiting the departure of commercial ships from its ports |
| tertiary | of third rank, importance, or value |
| frisk | to search (a person) for something (such as a concealed weapon) by running the hand rapidly over the clothing and through the pockets |
| thesis | a dissertation embodying results of original research and especially substantiating a specific view |
| scrimmage | a minor battle : skirmish |
| gamely | a physical or mental competition conducted according to rules with the participants in direct opposition to each other |
| convivial | relating to, occupied with, or fond of feasting, drinking, and good company |
| antipathy | a strong feeling of dislike |
| invective | insulting or abusive language : vituperation |