GRE Word List

EXTRADITION

the surrender of an alleged criminal usually under the provisions of a treaty or statute by one authority (such as a state) to another having jurisdiction to try the charge

The meaning of the word extradition is the surrender of an alleged criminal usually under the provisions of a treaty or statute by one authority (such as a state) to another having jurisdiction to try the charge.

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WordMeaning
oblivionthe fact or condition of not remembering : a state marked by lack of awareness or consciousness
appriseto give notice to : tell
validateto make legally valid : ratify
succorrelief
derogatoryexpressive of a low opinion : disparaging
fruitionpleasurable use or possession : enjoyment
advertto turn the mind or attention
purportto have the often specious appearance of being, intending, or claiming (something implied or inferred)
comaa state of profound unconsciousness caused by disease, injury, or poison
wringto squeeze or twist especially so as to make dry or to extract moisture or liquid