GRE Word List

INQUISITOR

one who inquires or makes inquisition

The meaning of the word inquisitor is one who inquires or makes inquisition.

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WordMeaning
simplisticexcessively simple or simplified : treating a problem or subject with false simplicity by omitting or ignoring complicating factors or details
ineffableincapable of being expressed in words : indescribable
precipitateto throw violently : hurl
facetiousjoking or jesting often inappropriately : waggish
jurisdictionthe power, right, or authority to interpret and apply the law
conveneto come together in a body
syllogisma deductive scheme of a formal argument consisting of a major and a minor premise and a conclusion (as in "every virtue is laudable; kindness is a virtue; therefore kindness is laudable")
far-fetchedbrought from a remote time or place
rancidhaving an unpleasant smell or taste usually from chemical change or decomposition
resumptionan act or instance of resuming : recommencement