GRE Word List
CULPRIT
one accused of or charged with a crime
The meaning of the word culprit is one accused of or charged with a crime.
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|---|---|
| fester | to generate pus |
| effeminate | having feminine qualities untypical of a man : not manly in appearance or manner |
| actuate | to put into mechanical action or motion |
| tranquillity | the quality or state of being tranquil |
| instigate | to goad or urge forward : provoke |
| abusive | using harsh, insulting language |
| cistern | an artificial reservoir (such as an underground tank) for storing liquids and especially water (such as rainwater) |
| barterer | to trade by exchanging one commodity for another : to trade goods or services in exchange for other goods or services |
| eulogistic | a commendatory oration or writing especially in honor of one deceased |
| credulity | readiness or willingness to believe especially on slight or uncertain evidence |