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
parameteran arbitrary constant whose value characterizes a member of a system (such as a family of curves)
concessionthe act or an instance of conceding (as by granting something as a right, accepting something as true, or acknowledging defeat)
pillorya device formerly used for publicly punishing offenders consisting of a wooden frame with holes in which the head and hands can be locked
awfulextremely disagreeable or objectionable
estrangedhaving lost former closeness and affection : in a state of alienation from a previous close or familial relationship
overseesurvey
analogoussimilar or comparable to something else either in general or in some specific detail
compliantready or disposed to comply : submissive
conformistone who conforms : a person who behaves in accordance with prevailing standards or customs and typically dislikes or avoids unconventional behavior
panderto act as a pander