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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WordMeaning
relentto become less severe, harsh, or strict usually from reasons of humanity
exacerbateto make more violent, bitter, or severe
bountifulliberal or generous in bestowing gifts or favors
estrangedhaving lost former closeness and affection : in a state of alienation from a previous close or familial relationship
tenantone who has the occupation or temporary possession of lands or tenements of another
rampantrearing upon the hind legs with forelegs extended
iconoclastica person who attacks settled beliefs or institutions
esotericdesigned for or understood by the specially initiated alone
mutabilityprone to change : inconstant
entitybeing