GRE Word List

ILLICIT

not permitted : unlawful

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

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WordMeaning
perpetuateto make perpetual or cause to last indefinitely
adornto enhance the appearance of especially with beautiful objects
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recantto withdraw or repudiate (a statement or belief) formally and publicly : renounce
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lumenthe cavity of a tubular organ or part
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coiffurea style or manner of arranging the hair