GRE Word List
REPEAL
revoke; annul
The meaning of the word repeal is revoke; annul.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| proximity | nearness; ADJ. proximate |
| deviate | turn away from (a principle, norm); move away from an accepted standard; swerve; depart; diverge; N. deviation; Ex. deviation of the path of light by a prism |
| torpor | lethargy; sluggishness; dormancy; ADJ. torpid: lethargic; lazy; inactive; (of an animal) dormant; hibernating |
| leniency | mildness; permissiveness; ADJ. lenient: not severe in judgment or punishment |
| lithe | flexible; supple; CF. limber |
| facetious | joking (often inappropriately); unserious; humorous |
| detrimental | harmful; damaging; N. detriment |
| retrograde | go backwards; recede; degenerate; deteriorate; ADJ. |
| rivet | metal pin used for fastening metal plates together; V: fasten with a rivet; engross |
| bridle | harness fitted about a horse's head (used to restrain); curb; check; V: put a bridle on; control or restrain; show anger |
