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
abbreviateto make briefer
progenitoran ancestor in the direct line : forefather
propensityan often intense natural inclination or preference
fumbleto grope for or handle something clumsily or aimlessly
skimpskimpy
manaclea shackle for the hand or wrist : handcuff
ignominydeep personal humiliation and disgrace
enterprisea project or undertaking that is especially difficult, complicated, or risky
pervertto cause to turn aside or away from what is good or true or morally right : corrupt
adjurationa solemn oath