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.

Random words

WordMeaning
regenerationan act or the process of regenerating : the state of being regenerated
stampto pound or crush with a pestle or a heavy instrument
incessantcontinuing or following without interruption : unceasing
proteanof or resembling Proteus in having a varied nature or ability to assume different forms
retaliateto return like for like
chroniccontinuing or occurring again and again for a long time
superfluousexceeding what is sufficient or necessary : extra
dissuadeto advise (a person) against something
remonstrateto present and urge reasons in opposition : expostulate
pinnacea light sailing ship