GRE Word List
CAUCUS
a closed meeting of a group of persons belonging to the same political party or faction usually to select candidates or to decide on policy
The meaning of the word caucus is a closed meeting of a group of persons belonging to the same political party or faction usually to select candidates or to decide on policy.
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derivative | a word formed from another word or base : a word formed by derivation |
declivity | downward inclination |
relish | characteristic flavor |
effectuate | to cause or bring about (something) : to put (something) into effect or operation : effect |
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obeisance | a movement of the body made in token of respect or submission : bow |
stench | stink |
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