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
prologuethe preface or introduction to a literary work
legacya gift by will especially of money or other personal property : bequest
preciseexactly or sharply defined or stated
blowhardan arrogantly and pompously boastful or opinionated person : braggart
complaisantmarked by an inclination to please or oblige
atoneto make amends : to provide or serve as reparation or compensation for something bad or unwelcome
perspicuousplain to the understanding especially because of clarity and precision of presentation
semblanceoutward and often specious appearance or show : form
accedeto express approval or give consent : to agree to a request or demand
busta sculptured representation of the upper part of the human figure including the head and neck and usually part of the shoulders and breast