GRE Word List

CIVIL

of or relating to citizens

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

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WordMeaning
nursea person who cares for the sick or infirm
bemoanto express deep grief or distress over
tethera line (as of rope or chain) by which an animal is fastened so as to restrict its range of movement
stumbleto fall into sin or waywardness
reclusemarked by withdrawal from society : solitary
genuflectto bend the knee
loftan upper room or floor : attic
embraceto clasp in the arms : hug
propensityan often intense natural inclination or preference
raila bar extending from one post or support to another and serving as a guard or barrier