GRE Word List

TURNCOAT

one who switches to an opposing side or party

The meaning of the word turncoat is one who switches to an opposing side or party.

Random words

WordMeaning
accordto grant or give especially as appropriate, due, or earned
iconoclastica person who attacks settled beliefs or institutions
surrogateone appointed to act in place of another : deputy
destitutelacking something needed or desirable
legatoin a manner that is smooth and connected (as between successive tones)
ordeala primitive means used to determine guilt or innocence by submitting the accused to dangerous or painful tests believed to be under supernatural control
exonerateto relieve of a responsibility, obligation, or hardship
wardthe action or process of guarding
selectiveof, relating to, or characterized by selection : selecting or tending to select
incognitowith one's identity concealed