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
alienateto cause to be estranged : to make unfriendly, hostile, or indifferent especially where attachment formerly existed
cordonan ornamental cord or ribbon
mockto treat with contempt or ridicule : deride
recoursea turning to someone or something for help or protection
claspa device (such as a hook) for holding objects or parts together
touchingcapable of arousing emotions of tenderness or compassion
pastea dough that contains a considerable proportion of fat and is used for pastry crust or fancy rolls
penologya branch of criminology dealing with prison management and the treatment of offenders
trilogya series of three dramas or literary works or sometimes three musical compositions that are closely related and develop a single theme
recidivisma tendency to relapse into a previous condition or mode of behavior