GRE Word List
LAMENT
to mourn aloud : wail
The meaning of the word lament is to mourn aloud : wail.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| licentious | lacking legal or moral restraints |
| juridical | of or relating to the administration of justice or the office of a judge |
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| flay | to strip off the skin or surface of : skin |
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