GRE Word List
EXPROPRIATE
to deprive of possession or proprietary rights
The meaning of the word expropriate is to deprive of possession or proprietary rights.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| rampant | rearing upon the hind legs with forelegs extended |
| filigree | ornamental work especially of fine wire of gold, silver, or copper applied chiefly to gold and silver surfaces |
| intrepid | characterized by resolute fearlessness, fortitude, and endurance |
| fecundity | fruitful in offspring or vegetation : prolific |
| conjecture | inference formed without proof or sufficient evidence |
| encircle | to form a circle around : surround |
| physiognomy | the art of discovering temperament and character from outward appearance |
| inordinate | exceeding reasonable limits : immoderate |
| precinct | a part of a territory with definite bounds or functions often established for administrative purposes : district |
| cavil | to raise trivial and frivolous objection |