GRE Word List

INFRACTION

the act of infringing : violation

The meaning of the word infraction is the act of infringing : violation.

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WordMeaning
depreciateto lower in honor or esteem
detractiona lessening of reputation or esteem especially by envious, malicious, or petty criticism : belittling
implyto express indirectly
exemplarydeserving imitation : commendable
incontrovertiblenot open to question : indisputable
refractoryresisting control or authority : stubborn
gushto issue copiously or violently
grudgeto be unwilling to give or admit : give or allow reluctantly or resentfully
mantlea loose sleeveless garment worn over other clothes : cloak
referendumthe principle or practice of submitting to popular vote a measure passed on or proposed by a legislative body or by popular initiative