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
dissimulateto hide under a false appearance
squelchto fall or stamp on so as to crush
vortexsomething that resembles a whirlpool
legacya gift by will especially of money or other personal property : bequest
wilyfull of wiles : crafty
tranquillitythe quality or state of being tranquil
snickerto laugh in a covert or partly suppressed manner : titter
collagean artistic composition made of various materials (such as paper, cloth, or wood) glued on a surface
compactpredominantly formed or filled : composed
ensconceshelter