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

WordMeaning
cedeto yield or grant typically by treaty
marginalwritten or printed in the margin of a page or sheet
exposeto deprive of shelter, protection, or care : subject to risk from a harmful action or condition
scruplea unit of capacity equal to ¹/₂₄ Apothecaries' ounce see Weights and Measures Table
desperadoa bold or violent criminal
slovenlyuntidy especially in personal appearance
noncommittalgiving no clear indication of attitude or feeling
engenderbeget
reparteea quick and witty reply
imperviousnot allowing entrance or passage : impenetrable