GRE Word List

CIVIL

of or relating to citizens

The meaning of the word civil is of or relating to citizens.

Random words

WordMeaning
impairto diminish in function, ability, or quality : to weaken or make worse
barristera counsel admitted to plead at the bar and undertake the public trial of causes in an English superior court compare solicitor
candorunreserved, honest, or sincere expression : forthrightness
retinuea group of retainers or attendants
pillagethe act of looting or plundering especially in war
gruntto utter a grunt
malaproposin an inappropriate or inopportune way
dutifulfilled with or motivated by a sense of duty
sneakto go stealthily or furtively : slink
disfigureto impair (as in beauty) by deep and persistent injuries