GRE Word List
DEFROCK
to deprive of the right to exercise the functions of office
The meaning of the word defrock is to deprive of the right to exercise the functions of office.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| depredation | to lay waste : plunder |
| errant | behaving wrongly |
| waffle | a crisp cake of batter baked in a waffle iron |
| detraction | a lessening of reputation or esteem especially by envious, malicious, or petty criticism : belittling |
| scuffle | to struggle at close quarters with disorder and confusion |
| inculcate | to teach and impress by frequent repetitions or admonitions |
| plaintive | expressive of suffering or woe : melancholy |
| reverent | expressing or characterized by reverence : worshipful |
| quarry | game |
| component | a constituent part : ingredient |