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
levythe imposition or collection of an assessment
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satesatisfy to the full; satisfy to excess; cloy
felicitousvery well suited or expressed : apt
lethalof, relating to, or causing death
unwarrantedlacking adequate or official support : not warranted : unjustified
aestheticof, relating to, or dealing with aesthetics or the beautiful
unguenta soothing or healing salve : ointment
moltenfused or liquefied by heat : melted
retrenchcut down