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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| contrite | feeling or showing sorrow and remorse for improper or objectionable behavior, actions, etc. |
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| traverse | to go or travel across or over |
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| pose | to set forth or offer for attention or consideration |
| tardy | moving slowly : sluggish |
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| orthography | the art of writing words with the proper letters according to standard usage |