GRE Word List

DEPUTIZE

to appoint as deputy

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

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WordMeaning
deferput off
tumidmarked by swelling : swollen
toadyone who flatters in the hope of gaining favors : sycophant
sherbeta cold drink of sweetened and diluted fruit juice
exculpateto clear from alleged fault or guilt
palmany of a family (Palmae synonym Arecaceae) of mostly tropical or subtropical monocotyledonous trees, shrubs, or vines with usually a simple stem and a terminal crown of large pinnate or fan-shaped leaves
ethosthe distinguishing character, sentiment, moral nature, or guiding beliefs of a person, group, or institution
repugnancethe quality or fact of being contradictory or inconsistent
disinclinationa preference for avoiding something : slight aversion
dissentto withhold assent or approval