GRE Word List
AMNESTY
the act of an authority (such as a government) by which pardon is granted to a large group of individuals
The meaning of the word amnesty is the act of an authority (such as a government) by which pardon is granted to a large group of individuals.
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oblique | neither perpendicular nor parallel : inclined |
adorn | to enhance the appearance of especially with beautiful objects |
braid | to make from braids |
nonentity | something that does not exist or exists only in the imagination |
mettle | vigor and strength of spirit or temperament (see temperament |
exiguous | excessively scanty : inadequate |
capacious | containing or capable of containing a great deal |
munificent | very liberal in giving or bestowing (see bestow |
attire | to put garments on : dress |
impede | to interfere with or slow the progress of |