GRE Word List
MISDEMEANOR
a crime less serious than a felony (see felony
The meaning of the word misdemeanor is a crime less serious than a felony (see felony.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| executive | of or relating to the execution of the laws and the conduct of public and national affairs |
| compartment | a separate division or section |
| extol | to praise highly : glorify |
| onslaught | an especially fierce attack |
| withhold | to hold back from action : check |
| assent | to agree to or approve of something (such as an idea or suggestion) especially after thoughtful consideration : concur |
| avocation | a subordinate occupation pursued in addition to one's vocation especially for enjoyment : hobby |
| cunning | dexterous or crafty in the use of special resources (such as skill or knowledge) or in attaining an end |
| argot | the language used by a particular type or group of people : an often more or less secret vocabulary and idiom peculiar to a particular group |
| ubiquitous | existing or being everywhere at the same time : constantly encountered : widespread |