GRE Word List
CIVIL
of or relating to citizens
The meaning of the word civil is of or relating to citizens.
Random words
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ramification | branch |
astigmatism | a defect of an optical system (such as a lens) causing rays from a point to fail to meet in a focal point resulting in a blurred and imperfect image |
glamor | an exciting and often illusory and romantic attractiveness |
relent | to become less severe, harsh, or strict usually from reasons of humanity |
repartee | a quick and witty reply |
coiffure | a style or manner of arranging the hair |
putrescent | undergoing putrefaction : becoming putrid |
surpass | to become better, greater, or stronger than : exceed |
gild | to overlay with or as if with a thin covering of gold |
vivisection | the cutting of or operation on a living animal usually for physiological or pathological investigation |