GRE Word List
CENTURION
an officer commanding a Roman century
The meaning of the word centurion is an officer commanding a Roman century.
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| tureen | a deep and usually covered bowl from which foods (such as soup) are served |
| warranty | a real covenant binding the grantor of an estate and the grantor's heirs to warrant and defend the title |
| lackadaisical | lacking life, spirit, or zest : languid |
| insolvent | unable to pay debts as they fall due in the usual course of business |
| infringe | to encroach upon in a way that violates law or the rights of another |
| enjoin | to direct or impose by authoritative order or with urgent admonition |
| shirk | to go stealthily : sneak |
| baleful | deadly or pernicious in influence |
| septic | of, relating to, or causing putrefaction |
| veer | to change direction or course |