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.

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WordMeaning
transientpassing especially quickly into and out of existence : transitory
worldlyof, relating to, or devoted to this world and its pursuits rather than to religion or spiritual affairs
supplantto supersede (another) especially by force or treachery
decreean order usually having the force of law
incisiveimpressively direct and decisive (as in manner or presentation)
boona timely benefit : blessing
discreditto refuse to accept as true or accurate : disbelieve
cuisinemanner of preparing food : style of cooking
penumbraa space of partial illumination (as in an eclipse) between the perfect shadow on all sides and the full light
severitythe quality or state of being severe : the condition of being very bad, serious, unpleasant, or harsh