GRE Word List
CIVIL
of or relating to citizens
The meaning of the word civil is of or relating to citizens.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| cameo | a gem carved in relief (see relief |
| puny | slight or inferior in power, size, or importance : weak |
| wretch | a miserable person : one who is profoundly unhappy or in great misfortune |
| retinue | a group of retainers or attendants |
| strut | to become turgid : swell |
| emulate | to strive to equal or excel |
| complacency | self-satisfaction especially when accompanied by unawareness of actual dangers or deficiencies |
| finished | entirely done |
| consternation | amazement or dismay that hinders or throws into confusion |
| perspicuous | plain to the understanding especially because of clarity and precision of presentation |