GRE Word List
GAVEL
rent or tribute in medieval England
The meaning of the word gavel is rent or tribute in medieval England.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| spatial | relating to, occupying, or having the character of space |
| tread | to step or walk on or over |
| finicky | extremely or excessively particular, exacting, or meticulous in taste or standards |
| crevice | a narrow opening resulting from a split or crack (as in a cliff) : fissure |
| invalidate | to make invalid |
| rampart | a protective barrier : bulwark |
| assent | to agree to or approve of something (such as an idea or suggestion) especially after thoughtful consideration : concur |
| self-righteous | convinced of one's own righteousness especially in contrast with the actions and beliefs of others : narrow-mindedly moralistic |
| flashy | lacking in substance or flavor : insipid |
| craven | lacking the least bit of courage : contemptibly fainthearted |