GRE Word List

INVOKE

to petition for help or support

The meaning of the word invoke is to petition for help or support.

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infractionthe act of infringing : violation
diminutionthe act, process, or an instance of becoming gradually less (as in size or importance) : the act, process, or an instance of diminishing : decrease
rapporta friendly, harmonious relationship
severitythe quality or state of being severe : the condition of being very bad, serious, unpleasant, or harsh
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