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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| rare | seldom occurring or found : uncommon |
| gorge | a narrow passage through land |
| din | a loud continued noise |
| parallel | extending in the same direction, everywhere equidistant (see equidistant |
| alienate | to cause to be estranged : to make unfriendly, hostile, or indifferent especially where attachment formerly existed |
| murky | characterized by a heavy dimness or obscurity caused by or like that caused by overhanging fog or smoke |
| commonplace | commonly found or seen : ordinary |
| chalice | a drinking cup : goblet |
| infringe | to encroach upon in a way that violates law or the rights of another |
| dismember | to cut off or disjoin the limbs, members, or parts of |