GRE Word List
ABORIGINAL
being the first or earliest known of its kind present in a region
The meaning of the word aboriginal is being the first or earliest known of its kind present in a region.
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| inverse | opposite in order, nature, or effect |
| preempt | to acquire (something, such as land) by preemption |
| mangy | affected with or resulting from mange |
| constituency | a body of citizens entitled to elect a representative (as to a legislative or executive position) |
| dislodge | to drive from a position of hiding, defense, or advantage |
| extradition | the surrender of an alleged criminal usually under the provisions of a treaty or statute by one authority (such as a state) to another having jurisdiction to try the charge |
| awe | an emotion variously combining dread, veneration, and wonder that is inspired by authority or by the sacred or sublime |
| gavel | rent or tribute in medieval England |
| undulating | having a wavy surface, edge, or markings |
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