GRE Word List
JUNTA
a council or committee for political or governmental purposes
The meaning of the word junta is a council or committee for political or governmental purposes.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| rolling | (of land) rising and falling in long gentle slopes; happening continuously by stages; Ex. rolling devolution of power to local governments |
| cleave | to adhere firmly and closely or loyally and unwaveringly |
| whittle | a large knife |
| sidetrack | siding |
| luminous | emitting or reflecting usually steady, suffused, or glowing light |
| duration | continuance in time |
| nugatory | of little or no consequence : trifling |
| insularity | characteristic of an isolated people |
| impeccable | free from fault or blame : flawless |
| obnoxious | odiously or disgustingly objectionable : highly offensive |