GRE Word List
MACHIAVELLIAN
of or relating to Machiavelli or Machiavellianism
The meaning of the word machiavellian is of or relating to Machiavelli or Machiavellianism.
Random words
Word | Meaning |
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encroachment | to enter by gradual steps or by stealth into the possessions or rights of another |
mausoleum | a large tomb |
dubious | unsettled in opinion : doubtful |
anneal | to heat and then cool (a material, such as steel or glass) usually for softening and making less brittle |
title | the distinguishing name of a written, printed, or filmed production |
exigency | that which is required in a particular situation |
pendulous | poised without visible support |
dilapidated | decayed, deteriorated, or fallen into partial ruin especially through neglect or misuse |
cavalcade | a procession (see procession |
buttress | a projecting structure of masonry or wood for supporting or giving stability to a wall or building |