GRE Word List

MANDATE

an authoritative command

The meaning of the word mandate is an authoritative command.

Random words

WordMeaning
sprightlymarked by a gay lightness and vivacity : spirited
mentora friend of Odysseus entrusted with the education of Odysseus' son Telemachus
cynicalhaving or showing the attitude or temper of a cynic: such as
retinuea group of retainers or attendants
snubto check or stop with a cutting retort : rebuke
censoriousmarked by or given to censure (see censure
pallto lose strength or effectiveness
apiaristbeekeeper
amuleta charm (such as an ornament) often inscribed with a magic incantation or symbol to aid the wearer or protect against evil (such as disease or witchcraft)
actuarialof or relating to actuaries