GRE Word List

ANARCHY

absence of government

The meaning of the word anarchy is absence of government.

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ransackto look through thoroughly in often a rough way
subsequentfollowing in time, order, or place
insubordinationdisobedient to authority
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baroqueof, relating to, or having the characteristics of a style of artistic expression prevalent especially in the 17th century that is marked generally by use of complex forms, bold ornamentation, and the juxtaposition of contrasting elements often conveying a sense of drama, movement, and tension
regimenta military unit consisting usually of a number of battalions
offensivemaking attack : aggressive
dolta stupid person
recuperateto get back : regain
shudderto tremble convulsively : shiver