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 |
|---|---|
| reciprocate | to give and take mutually |
| chorus | a company of singers and dancers in Athenian drama participating in or commenting on the action |
| mimicry | an instance of mimicking |
| improvident | not provident : not foreseeing and providing for the future |
| acclimate | to adapt (someone) to a new temperature, altitude, climate, environment, or situation |
| witless | destitute of wit or understanding : foolish |
| bogus | not genuine : counterfeit |
| alms | something (such as money or food) given freely to relieve the poor |
| regeneration | an act or the process of regenerating : the state of being regenerated |
| cherubic | an order of angels see celestial hierarchy |