GRE Word List
JURISPRUDENCE
the science or philosophy of law
The meaning of the word jurisprudence is the science or philosophy of law.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| hubris | exaggerated pride or self-confidence |
| spoilsport | one who spoils the sport or pleasure of others |
| missile | capable of being thrown or projected to strike a distant object |
| humanitarian | a person promoting human welfare and social reform : philanthropist |
| lance | a steel-tipped spear carried by mounted knights or light cavalry |
| epicurean | of or relating to Epicurus or Epicureanism |
| evocative | evoking or tending to evoke an especially emotional response |
| prod | to thrust a pointed instrument into : prick |
| quixotic | foolishly impractical especially in the pursuit of ideals |
| impolitic | not politic : unwise |