GRE Word List
DECREE
an order usually having the force of law
The meaning of the word decree is an order usually having the force of law.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| unprepossessing | not tending to create a favorable impression : not prepossessing |
| demean | to lower in character, status, or reputation |
| saturnine | born under or influenced astrologically by the planet Saturn |
| masticate | to grind or crush (food) with or as if with the teeth : chew |
| pretension | an allegation of doubtful value : pretext |
| ferment | to undergo fermentation |
| consanguineous | of the same blood or origin |
| tart | agreeably sharp or acid to the taste |
| waffle | a crisp cake of batter baked in a waffle iron |
| luscious | having a delicious taste or smell : sweet |