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 |
|---|---|
| squeamish | easily nauseated : queasy |
| lace | to draw together the edges of by or as if by a lace passed through eyelets |
| reparable | capable of being repaired |
| abeyance | a state of temporary inactivity : suspension |
| slight | having a slim or delicate build : not stout or massive in body |
| thespian | actor |
| arbitrate | to act as arbiter upon (a disputed question) : to settle (a dispute between two people or groups) after hearing the arguments and opinions of both |
| flirt | to move erratically : flit |
| humanitarian | a person promoting human welfare and social reform : philanthropist |
| junta | a council or committee for political or governmental purposes |