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.

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WordMeaning
encroachmentto enter by gradual steps or by stealth into the possessions or rights of another
mausoleuma large tomb
dubiousunsettled in opinion : doubtful
annealto heat and then cool (a material, such as steel or glass) usually for softening and making less brittle
titlethe distinguishing name of a written, printed, or filmed production
exigencythat which is required in a particular situation
pendulouspoised without visible support
dilapidateddecayed, deteriorated, or fallen into partial ruin especially through neglect or misuse
cavalcadea procession (see procession
buttressa projecting structure of masonry or wood for supporting or giving stability to a wall or building