GRE Word List

ILLICIT

not permitted : unlawful

The meaning of the word illicit is not permitted : unlawful.

Random words

WordMeaning
boundfastened by or as if by a band : confined
metaphora figure of speech in which a word or phrase literally denoting one kind of object or idea is used in place of another to suggest a likeness or analogy between them (as in drowning in money)
mingleto bring or mix together or with something else usually without fundamental loss of identity : intermix
angularforming an angle : sharp-cornered
nonentitysomething that does not exist or exists only in the imagination
amicablecharacterized by friendly goodwill : peaceable
earmarka mark of identification on the ear of an animal
abhorto regard with extreme repugnance : to feel hatred or loathing for : loathe
enamoredaffected by strong feelings of love, admiration, or fascination
gainsayto declare to be untrue or invalid