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
rankrelative standing or position
deadlocka state of inaction or neutralization resulting from the opposition of equally powerful uncompromising persons or factions : standstill
fettera chain or shackle for the feet
glitterto shine by reflection with many small flashes of brilliant light : sparkle
dutifulfilled with or motivated by a sense of duty
missilecapable of being thrown or projected to strike a distant object
composta mixture that consists largely of decayed organic matter and is used for fertilizing and conditioning land
snuffleto snuff or sniff usually audibly and repeatedly
catapultan ancient military device for hurling missiles
doteto exhibit mental decline of or like that of old age : be in one's dotage