GRE Word List
CONSTITUTION
the basic principles and laws of a nation, state, or social group that determine the powers and duties of the government and guarantee certain rights to the people in it
The meaning of the word constitution is the basic principles and laws of a nation, state, or social group that determine the powers and duties of the government and guarantee certain rights to the people in it.
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| inaugurate | to induct into an office with suitable ceremonies |
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| swarthy | of a dark color, complexion, or cast |
| battalion | a considerable body of troops organized to act together : army |
| cite | to call upon officially or authoritatively to appear (as before a court) |
| scowl | to contract the brow in an expression of displeasure |
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| amplify | to expand (something, such as a statement) by the use of detail or illustration or by closer analysis |
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