GRE Word List

ILLICIT

not permitted : unlawful

The meaning of the word illicit is not permitted : unlawful.

Random words

WordMeaning
peruseto examine or consider with attention and in detail : study
quietudea quiet state : repose
larcenythe unlawful taking of personal property with intent to deprive the rightful owner of it permanently
talismanan object held to act as a charm to avert evil and bring good fortune
secessionwithdrawal into privacy or solitude : retirement
numismatistthe study or collection of coins, tokens, and paper money and sometimes related objects (such as medals)
germanebeing at once relevant and appropriate : fitting
ruddyhaving a healthy reddish color
clariona medieval trumpet with clear shrill tones
draughta rough written version of something that is not yet in its final form; to write the first rough version of something such as a letter, speech, book or law; to choose people and send them somewhere for a special task