GRE Word List

ABOLISH

to end the observance or effect of (something, such as a law) : to completely do away with (something) : annul

The meaning of the word abolish is to end the observance or effect of (something, such as a law) : to completely do away with (something) : annul.

Random words

WordMeaning
disengageto release from something that engages or involves
lewdobscene
soddendull or expressionless especially from continued indulgence in alcoholic beverages
bombasticmarked by or given to speech or writing that is given exaggerated importance by artificial or empty means : marked by or given to bombast : pompous
assiduousshowing great care, attention, and effort : marked by careful unremitting attention or persistent application
validhaving legal efficacy or force
hereafterafter this in sequence or in time
notorietythe quality or state of being notorious
curmudgeona crusty, ill-tempered, and usually old man
hindsightperception of the nature of an event after it has happened