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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| collaborate | to work jointly with others or together especially in an intellectual endeavor |
| rolling | (of land) rising and falling in long gentle slopes; happening continuously by stages; Ex. rolling devolution of power to local governments |
| meter | systematically arranged and measured rhythm (see rhythm |
| filch | to steal secretly or casually |
| ensue | to strive to attain : pursue |
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| chassis | the supporting frame of a structure (such as an automobile or television) |
| ransack | to look through thoroughly in often a rough way |
| slink | to go or move stealthily or furtively (as in fear or shame) : steal |
| gaudy | ostentatiously or tastelessly ornamented |