GRE Word List

JURISPRUDENCE

the science or philosophy of law

The meaning of the word jurisprudence is the science or philosophy of law.

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WordMeaning
superimposeto place or lay over or above something
embarkto go on board a vehicle for transportation
motifa usually recurring salient thematic element (as in the arts)
narrativesomething that is narrated : story
swipea strong sweeping blow
recipientone that receives : receiver
glibshowing little forethought or preparation : offhand
slothdisinclination to action or labor : indolence
crossa structure consisting of an upright with a transverse beam used especially by the ancient Romans for execution
intractablenot easily governed, managed, or directed