GRE Word List

CODICIL

a legal instrument made to modify an earlier will

The meaning of the word codicil is a legal instrument made to modify an earlier will.

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WordMeaning
replicateduplicate
sanctiona formal decree
forsaketo renounce or turn away from entirely
sovereigntysupreme power especially over a body politic
antediluvianof or relating to the period before the flood described in the Bible
boorpeasant
avengeto take vengeance for or on behalf of
controvertto dispute or oppose by reasoning
awean emotion variously combining dread, veneration, and wonder that is inspired by authority or by the sacred or sublime
composurea calmness or repose especially of mind, bearing, or appearance : self-possession