GRE Word List

JURISDICTION

the power, right, or authority to interpret and apply the law

The meaning of the word jurisdiction is the power, right, or authority to interpret and apply the law.

Random words

WordMeaning
dolta stupid person
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plumba lead weight attached to a line and used to indicate a vertical direction
monolithicof, relating to, or resembling a monolith : huge
requiteto make return for : repay
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anarchista person who rebels against any authority, established order, or ruling power
aversiona feeling of repugnance toward something with a desire to avoid or turn from it