GRE Word List

COUNTERPART

one of two corresponding copies of a legal instrument : duplicate

The meaning of the word counterpart is one of two corresponding copies of a legal instrument : duplicate.

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WordMeaning
choicethe act of choosing : selection
decreean order usually having the force of law
despota ruler with absolute power and authority
counterpartone of two corresponding copies of a legal instrument : duplicate
rejuvenateto make young or youthful again : give new vigor to
touchstonea fundamental or quintessential part or feature : basis
sageone (such as a profound philosopher) distinguished for wisdom
brazenmade of brass
incontrovertiblenot open to question : indisputable
sextantan instrument for measuring angular distances used especially in navigation to observe altitudes of celestial bodies (as in ascertaining latitude and longitude)