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

WordMeaning
insouciantlighthearted unconcern : nonchalance
unravelto disengage or separate the threads of : disentangle
stumpthe basal portion of a bodily part remaining after the rest is removed
attritionsorrow for one's sins that arises from a motive other than that of the love of God
preemptto acquire (something, such as land) by preemption
scaffolda temporary or movable platform for workers (such as bricklayers, painters, or miners) to stand or sit on when working at a height above the floor or ground
arrearsthe state of being behind in the discharge of obligations
malcontenta discontented person:
humanemarked by compassion, sympathy, or consideration for humans or animals
balmyhaving the qualities of balm : soothing