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 |
|---|---|
| insensible | incapable or bereft of feeling or sensation: such as |
| despot | a ruler with absolute power and authority |
| encumber | weigh down |
| tycoon | a businessperson of exceptional wealth, power, and influence : magnate |
| pending | during |
| scuffle | to struggle at close quarters with disorder and confusion |
| circumscribe | to constrict (see constrict |
| striated | marked with striations or striae |
| equity | justice according to natural law or right |
| castigation | to subject to severe punishment, reproof, or criticism |