GRE Word List

COERCION

the act, process, or power of coercing

The meaning of the word coercion is the act, process, or power of coercing.

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WordMeaning
rifeprevalent especially to an increasing degree
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emendto correct usually by textual alterations
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codaa concluding musical section that is formally distinct from the main structure
avertto turn away or aside (the eyes, one's gaze, etc.) in avoidance
fitacceptable from a particular viewpoint (as of competence or morality) : proper
amenableliable to be brought to account : answerable