GRE Word List

INSTITUTION

an established organization or corporation (such as a bank or university) especially of a public character

The meaning of the word institution is an established organization or corporation (such as a bank or university) especially of a public character.

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writheto twist into coils or folds
retributionrecompense
apeany of various large tailless semi-erect primates of Africa and southeastern Asia (such as the chimpanzee, gorilla, orangutan, or gibbon)
pana usually broad, shallow, and open container for domestic use (as for cooking)
fugitiverunning away or intending flight
debilitateto impair the strength of : enfeeble
rigiddeficient in or devoid of flexibility
cajoleto persuade with flattery or gentle urging especially in the face of reluctance : coax
compoundsomething formed by a union of elements or parts
defunctno longer living, existing, or functioning