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 |
|---|---|
| cede | to yield or grant typically by treaty |
| marginal | written or printed in the margin of a page or sheet |
| expose | to deprive of shelter, protection, or care : subject to risk from a harmful action or condition |
| scruple | a unit of capacity equal to ¹/₂₄ Apothecaries' ounce see Weights and Measures Table |
| desperado | a bold or violent criminal |
| slovenly | untidy especially in personal appearance |
| noncommittal | giving no clear indication of attitude or feeling |
| engender | beget |
| repartee | a quick and witty reply |
| impervious | not allowing entrance or passage : impenetrable |