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
intrudeto thrust oneself in without invitation, permission, or welcome
consecratededicated to a sacred purpose
annulto declare or make legally invalid or void
aciduloussomewhat acid or harsh in taste or manner
gleanto gather grain or other produce left by reapers
buxomvigorously or healthily plump
rhapsodizeto speak or write in a rhapsodic manner
reprobatean unprincipled or depraved person : scoundrel
flauntto display or obtrude oneself to public notice
eonan immeasurably or indefinitely long period of time : age