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.

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WordMeaning
oscillateto swing backward and forward like a pendulum
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dissectionthe act or process of dissecting : the state of being dissected
efficacythe power to produce an effect
relentto become less severe, harsh, or strict usually from reasons of humanity
piscatorialpiscatory
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demisedeath
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concordatcompact