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 |
|---|---|
| acrophobia | abnormal dread of being in a high place : fear of heights |
| penology | a branch of criminology dealing with prison management and the treatment of offenders |
| talisman | an object held to act as a charm to avert evil and bring good fortune |
| realm | kingdom |
| mishap | an unfortunate accident |
| eccentric | deviating from conventional or accepted usage or conduct especially in odd or whimsical ways |
| aggrandize | to make great or greater : increase |
| rusticate | to go into or reside in the country : follow a rustic life |
| nautical | of, relating to, or associated with seamen, navigation, or ships |
| autocratic | of, relating to, or being an autocracy : absolute |