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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impenetrableincapable of being penetrated or pierced
havenharbor
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pedantone who is unimaginative or who unduly emphasizes minutiae in the presentation or use of knowledge
importunatetroublesomely urgent : overly persistent in request or demand
shootto eject or impel or cause to be ejected or impelled by a sudden release of tension (as of a bowstring or slingshot or by a flick of a finger)
titularhaving the title and usually the honors belonging to an office or dignity without the duties, functions, or responsibilities
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concertedmutually contrived or agreed on
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