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
sarcasma sharp and often satirical or ironic utterance designed to cut or give pain
buffooneryfoolish or playful behavior or practice
rightfuljust
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gerrymanderthe act or method of gerrymandering
propsomething that props or sustains : support
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whittlea large knife
backslideto lapse morally or in the practice of religion
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