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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| buffoonery | foolish or playful behavior or practice |
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| blurt | to utter abruptly and impulsively |
| compartment | a separate division or section |
| quietude | a quiet state : repose |
| complementary | serving to fill out or complete |
| debunk | to expose the sham (see sham |
| iota | an infinitesimal amount : jot |
| embody | to give a body to (a spirit) : incarnate |
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