GRE Word List
ILLICIT
not permitted : unlawful
The meaning of the word illicit is not permitted : unlawful.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| invalidate | to make invalid |
| synthetic | relating to or involving synthesis : not analytic |
| procrastinate | to put off intentionally and habitually |
| hoodwink | to deceive by false appearance : dupe |
| besiege | to surround with armed forces |
| optimist | a person who is inclined to be hopeful and to expect good outcomes : someone who is given to optimism |
| orgy | secret ceremonial rites held in honor of an ancient Greek or Roman deity and usually characterized by ecstatic singing and dancing |
| stoop | to bend the body or a part of the body forward and downward sometimes simultaneously bending the knees |
| hegemony | preponderant influence or authority over others : domination |
| eccentric | deviating from conventional or accepted usage or conduct especially in odd or whimsical ways |