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 |
|---|---|
| retrograde | having or being motion in a direction contrary to that of the general motion of similar bodies and especially east to west among the stars |
| languor | weakness or weariness of body or mind |
| tryst | an agreement (as between lovers) to meet |
| quintessence | the fifth and highest element in ancient and medieval philosophy that permeates all nature and is the substance composing the celestial bodies |
| cadaver | a dead body |
| rebate | to reduce the force or activity of : diminish |
| billowing | wave |
| cherubic | an order of angels see celestial hierarchy |
| expatiate | to move about freely or at will : wander |
| pert | saucily free and forward : flippantly cocky and assured |