GRE Word List
ORDINANCE
an authoritative decree or direction : order
The meaning of the word ordinance is an authoritative decree or direction : order.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| cajole | to persuade with flattery or gentle urging especially in the face of reluctance : coax |
| accede | to express approval or give consent : to agree to a request or demand |
| accommodate | to provide with something desired, needed, or suited |
| myriad | ten thousand |
| chaotic | marked by chaos or being in a state of chaos : completely confused or disordered |
| silt | loose sedimentary material with rock particles usually ¹/₂₀ millimeter or less in diameter |
| suppliant | supplicant |
| odium | the state or fact of being subjected to hatred and contempt as a result of a despicable act or blameworthy circumstance |
| refurbish | to brighten or freshen up : renovate |
| grandiose | characterized by affectation of grandeur or splendor or by absurd exaggeration |