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 |
|---|---|
| travesty | a debased, distorted, or grossly inferior imitation |
| detraction | a lessening of reputation or esteem especially by envious, malicious, or petty criticism : belittling |
| homespun | spun or made at home |
| alias | otherwise called : otherwise known as |
| barb | a medieval cloth headdress passing over or under the chin and covering the neck |
| vociferous | marked by or given to vehement insistent outcry |
| infidel | one who is not a Christian or who opposes Christianity |
| fortitude | strength of mind that enables a person to encounter danger or bear pain or adversity with courage |
| meander | a winding path or course |
| imbalance | lack of balance : the state of being out of equilibrium or out of proportion |