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.

Random words

WordMeaning
tauthaving no give or slack : tightly drawn
tokena piece resembling a coin issued for use (as for fare on a bus) by a particular group on specified terms
indisputablenot disputable : unquestionable
darta light spear
serpentineof or resembling a serpent (as in form or movement)
appallto overcome with consternation, shock, or dismay
wagea payment usually of money for labor or services usually according to contract and on an hourly, daily, or piecework basis
busta sculptured representation of the upper part of the human figure including the head and neck and usually part of the shoulders and breast
fluencythe quality or state of being fluent
consummateextremely skilled and accomplished