GRE Word List
CIVIL
of or relating to citizens
The meaning of the word civil is of or relating to citizens.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| compromise | settlement of differences by arbitration or by consent reached by mutual concessions |
| pedestal | the support or foot of a late classic or neoclassical column see column illustration |
| erratic | having no fixed course : wandering |
| quarry | game |
| accessible | capable of being reached |
| manipulate | to treat or operate with or as if with the hands or by mechanical means especially in a skillful manner |
| shaving | the act of one that shaves |
| infernal | of or relating to a nether world of the dead |
| functionary | one who serves in a certain function |
| detraction | a lessening of reputation or esteem especially by envious, malicious, or petty criticism : belittling |