GRE Word List

CODIFY

to reduce to a code

The meaning of the word codify is to reduce to a code.

Random words

WordMeaning
avuncularsuggestive of an uncle especially in kindliness or geniality
monolithicof, relating to, or resembling a monolith : huge
lineamentsan outline, feature, or contour of a body or figure and especially of a face
promulgateto make (an idea, belief, etc.) known to many people by open declaration : proclaim
synchronoushappening, existing, or arising at precisely the same time
epitheta characterizing word or phrase accompanying or occurring in place of the name of a person or thing
purgeto clear of guilt
libela written statement in which a plaintiff in certain courts sets forth the cause of action or the relief sought
dilemmaa usually undesirable or unpleasant choice
ribaldmarked by coarseness or lewdness : crude