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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| recalcitrant | obstinately defiant of authority or restraint |
| materialism | a theory that physical matter is the only or fundamental reality and that all being and processes and phenomena can be explained as manifestations or results of matter (see matter |
| forsake | to renounce or turn away from entirely |
| inclement | lacking mildness: such as |
| circumscribe | to constrict (see constrict |
| yen | a strong desire or propensity |
| ensconce | shelter |
| lull | to cause to sleep or rest : soothe |
| oaf | a stupid person : boob |
| willowy | abounding with willows |