GRE Word List

LEGISLATURE

a body of persons having the power to legislate

The meaning of the word legislature is a body of persons having the power to legislate.

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WordMeaning
conformitycorrespondence in form, manner, or character : agreement
asperityroughness of manner or of temper : harshness of behavior or speech that expresses bitterness or anger
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premonitorygiving warning
resolveto deal with successfully : clear up
pedestriancommonplace
warrantsanction
pretensionan allegation of doubtful value : pretext
detachedstanding by itself : separate
inquisitivegiven to examination or investigation