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.

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WordMeaning
converseto exchange thoughts and opinions in speech : talk
monumentalserving as or resembling a monument : massive
pronouncedstrongly marked : decided
propitiateto gain or regain the favor or goodwill of : appease
urchinhedgehog
suitorone that petitions or entreats
palpablecapable of being touched or felt : tangible
privationan act or instance of depriving : deprivation
polemicalof, relating to, or being a polemic : controversial
spatulaa flat thin implement used especially for spreading or mixing soft substances, scooping, or lifting