GRE Word List

CENTURION

an officer commanding a Roman century

The meaning of the word centurion is an officer commanding a Roman century.

Random words

WordMeaning
tureena deep and usually covered bowl from which foods (such as soup) are served
warrantya real covenant binding the grantor of an estate and the grantor's heirs to warrant and defend the title
lackadaisicallacking life, spirit, or zest : languid
insolventunable to pay debts as they fall due in the usual course of business
infringeto encroach upon in a way that violates law or the rights of another
enjointo direct or impose by authoritative order or with urgent admonition
shirkto go stealthily : sneak
balefuldeadly or pernicious in influence
septicof, relating to, or causing putrefaction
veerto change direction or course