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.

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WordMeaning
correlateeither of two things so related that one directly implies or is complementary to the other (such as husband and wife)
duplicitycontradictory doubleness of thought, speech, or action
unkemptnot combed
argotthe language used by a particular type or group of people : an often more or less secret vocabulary and idiom peculiar to a particular group
jocosegiven to joking : merry
impuissanceweakness
treadto step or walk on or over
flippantlacking proper respect or seriousness
indomitableincapable of being subdued : unconquerable
suspensethe state of being suspended : suspension