GRE Word List
ENCROACHMENT
to enter by gradual steps or by stealth into the possessions or rights of another
The meaning of the word encroachment is to enter by gradual steps or by stealth into the possessions or rights of another.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| amphitheater | an oval or circular building with rising tiers of seats ranged about an open space and used in ancient Rome especially for contests and spectacles |
| spare | not being used |
| recess | the action of receding : recession |
| amiss | in a mistaken way : wrongly |
| effervescence | the property of forming bubbles : the action or process of effervescing |
| obscure | dark |
| foolhardy | foolishly adventurous and bold : rash |
| stymie | to present an obstacle to : stand in the way of |
| belated | delayed beyond the usual time |
| adamant | unshakable or insistent especially in maintaining a position or opinion : unyielding |