GRE Word List

DEMERIT

offense

The meaning of the word demerit is offense.

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WordMeaning
prestigestanding or estimation in the eyes of people : weight or credit in general opinion
kindredof a similar nature or character : like
smeara viscous or sticky substance
iniquitouscharacterized by iniquity
cruxa puzzling or difficult problem : an unsolved question
accompliceone associated with another especially in wrongdoing
enjointo direct or impose by authoritative order or with urgent admonition
chafeirritate
levythe imposition or collection of an assessment
sultryvery hot and humid : sweltering