GRE Word List
IMPEACH
to charge with a crime or misdemeanor
The meaning of the word impeach is to charge with a crime or misdemeanor.
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| finished | entirely done |
| scruple | a unit of capacity equal to ¹/₂₄ Apothecaries' ounce see Weights and Measures Table |
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| laud | praise |
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