GRE Word List
EDICT
decree (especially one issued by a sovereign); official command
The meaning of the word edict is decree (especially one issued by a sovereign); official command.
Random words
Word | Meaning |
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deciduous | falling off at a specific season or stage of growth as of leaves; Ex. deciduous tree/teeth |
shade | slight difference in degree; nuance; degree of color; Ex. shades of meaning/grey |
compact | agreement; contract; ADJ: tightly packed; firm; brief; concise; Ex. compact statement |
obdurate | stubborn; refusing to change one's belief |
factotum | handyman; person who does all kinds of work; CF. do everything |
foolhardy | rash; reckless; foolishly daring |
disinterested | unprejudiced; free from bias and self-interest; objective |
nib | beak(bill); pen point |
unceremonious | not done politely without due formalities |
viper | poisonous snake |