GRE Word List
EXECUTIONER
one who executes
The meaning of the word executioner is one who executes.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| quixotic | foolishly impractical especially in the pursuit of ideals |
| divine | of, relating to, or proceeding directly from God (see god |
| homily | a usually short sermon |
| headlong | headfirst |
| sylvan | one that frequents groves or woods |
| extenuate | to lessen or to try to lessen the seriousness or extent of (something, such as a fault or offense) by making partial excuses : mitigate |
| tarry | to delay or be tardy in acting or doing |
| germ | a small mass of living substance capable of developing into an organism or one of its parts |
| amend | to put right |
| ascetic | practicing strict self-denial as a measure of personal and especially spiritual discipline |