GRE Word List

EDICT

a proclamation having the force of law

The meaning of the word edict is a proclamation having the force of law.

Random words

WordMeaning
instigateto goad or urge forward : provoke
fouloffensive to the senses : loathsome
ingratean ungrateful person
imprudentnot prudent : lacking discretion, wisdom, or good judgment
fatuouscomplacently or inanely foolish : silly
routa state of wild confusion or disorderly retreat
miniona servile dependent, follower, or underling
conformistone who conforms : a person who behaves in accordance with prevailing standards or customs and typically dislikes or avoids unconventional behavior
upshotthe final result : outcome
inevitableincapable of being avoided or evaded