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 |
|---|---|
| sly | wise in practical affairs |
| introvert | a person whose personality is characterized by introversion : a typically reserved or quiet person who tends to be introspective and enjoys spending time alone |
| timbre | the quality given to a sound by its overtones: such as |
| paroxysm | a fit, attack, or sudden increase or recurrence of symptoms (as of a disease) : convulsion |
| reciprocate | to give and take mutually |
| dislodge | to drive from a position of hiding, defense, or advantage |
| upshot | the final result : outcome |
| devious | wandering |
| curtail | to make less by or as if by cutting off or away some part |
| self-righteous | convinced of one's own righteousness especially in contrast with the actions and beliefs of others : narrow-mindedly moralistic |