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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| Word | Meaning |
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| swipe | a strong sweeping blow |
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| embryonic | of or relating to an embryo |
| gorge | a narrow passage through land |
| importune | to press or urge with troublesome persistence |
| brink | edge |
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| cupidity | inordinate desire for wealth : avarice |
| malediction | curse |
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