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 |
|---|---|
| arrears | the state of being behind in the discharge of obligations |
| apprehensive | viewing the future with anxiety or alarm : feeling or showing fear or apprehension about the future |
| nautical | of, relating to, or associated with seamen, navigation, or ships |
| hoary | gray or white with or as if with age |
| sage | one (such as a profound philosopher) distinguished for wisdom |
| contempt | the act of despising : the state of mind of one who despises : disdain |
| indigence | a level of poverty in which real hardship and deprivation are suffered and comforts of life are wholly lacking |
| elaboration | planned or carried out with great care |
| levy | the imposition or collection of an assessment |
| palpable | capable of being touched or felt : tangible |