GRE Word List

REPRIEVE

to delay the punishment of (someone, such as a condemned prisoner)

The meaning of the word reprieve is to delay the punishment of (someone, such as a condemned prisoner).

Random words

WordMeaning
inhibitto prohibit from doing something
attireto put garments on : dress
breadthdistance from side to side : width
posteritythe offspring of one progenitor to the furthest generation
bountifulliberal or generous in bestowing gifts or favors
importunatetroublesomely urgent : overly persistent in request or demand
equityjustice according to natural law or right
waiveto relinquish (something, such as a legal right) voluntarily
leasha line for leading or restraining an animal
dismissto permit or cause to leave