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 |
|---|---|
| whine | to utter a high-pitched plaintive or distressed cry |
| wrinkle | a small ridge or furrow especially when formed on a surface by the shrinking or contraction of a smooth substance : crease |
| dappled | marked with small spots or patches contrasting with the background |
| galleon | a heavy square-rigged sailing ship of the 15th to early 18th centuries used for war or commerce especially by the Spanish |
| largess | liberal giving (as of money) to or as if to an inferior |
| rendezvous | a place appointed for assembling or meeting |
| assail | to attack violently : assault |
| beneficial | producing good results or helpful effects : conferring benefits (see benefit |
| sedentary | not migratory : settled |
| unfetter | to free from fetters |