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

WordMeaning
cavaliermarked by or given to offhand and often disdainful (see disdain
disavowalto deny responsibility for : repudiate
latchto lay hold with or as if with the hands or arms
intermediarymediator
anarchyabsence of government
inebriatedexhilarated or confused by or as if by alcohol : intoxicated
calumnya misrepresentation intended to harm another's reputation
triflesomething of little value, substance, or importance
serratednotched or toothed on the edge
breachinfraction or violation of a law, obligation, tie, or standard