GRE Word List

ILLICIT

not permitted : unlawful

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

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WordMeaning
bellicosefavoring or inclined to start quarrels or wars
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effectiveproducing a decided, decisive, or desired effect
cessationa temporary or final ceasing (as of action) : stop
skimto clear (a liquid) of scum or floating substance
uproariousmarked by uproar
mercantileof or relating to merchants or trading
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espionagethe practice of spying or using spies to obtain information about the plans and activities especially of a foreign government or a competing company
amoralhaving or showing no concern about whether behavior is morally right or wrong