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
impetusa driving force : impulse
morosehaving a sullen and gloomy disposition
monasticof or relating to monasteries or to monks or nuns
papyrusa tall perennial sedge (Cyperus papyrus) of the Nile valley
statelymarked by lofty or imposing dignity
bombasticmarked by or given to speech or writing that is given exaggerated importance by artificial or empty means : marked by or given to bombast : pompous
decryto depreciate (something, such as a coin) officially or publicly
ordeala primitive means used to determine guilt or innocence by submitting the accused to dangerous or painful tests believed to be under supernatural control
depreciateto lower in honor or esteem
disapprobationthe act or state of disapproving : the state of being disapproved : condemnation