GRE Word List

DEPUTIZE

to appoint as deputy

The meaning of the word deputize is to appoint as deputy.

Random words

WordMeaning
chorethe regular or daily light work of a household or farm
litotesunderstatement in which an affirmative is expressed by the negative of the contrary (as in "not a bad singer" or "not unhappy")
raconteura person who excels in telling anecdotes
scrimmagea minor battle : skirmish
wilyfull of wiles : crafty
motea small particle : speck
countenancelook
aridexcessively dry
cessationa temporary or final ceasing (as of action) : stop
denotationan act or process of denoting