GRE Word List

LIBEL

a written statement in which a plaintiff in certain courts sets forth the cause of action or the relief sought

The meaning of the word libel is a written statement in which a plaintiff in certain courts sets forth the cause of action or the relief sought.

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WordMeaning
ovoidresembling an egg in shape : ovate
lowhaving a small upward extension or elevation
precariousdependent on chance circumstances, unknown conditions, or uncertain developments
blightedaffected with blight (see blight
natationthe action or art of swimming
misnomerthe misnaming of a person in a legal instrument
surgeto rise and fall actively : toss
scoffan expression of scorn, derision, or contempt : gibe
agitateto excite and often trouble the mind or feelings of : disturb
proscribeto publish the name of as condemned to death with the property of the condemned forfeited to the state