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 |
|---|---|
| peroration | the concluding part of a discourse and especially an oration |
| repeal | to rescind or annul by authoritative act |
| buttress | a projecting structure of masonry or wood for supporting or giving stability to a wall or building |
| dour | stern |
| inept | generally incompetent : bungling |
| spoof | deceive |
| entrance | power or permission to enter : admission |
| synthetic | relating to or involving synthesis : not analytic |
| orgy | secret ceremonial rites held in honor of an ancient Greek or Roman deity and usually characterized by ecstatic singing and dancing |
| juxtapose | to place (different things) side by side (as to compare them or contrast them or to create an interesting effect) |