GRE Word List

ORDINANCE

an authoritative decree or direction : order

The meaning of the word ordinance is an authoritative decree or direction : order.

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WordMeaning
subordinateplaced in or occupying a lower class, rank, or position : inferior
mishapan unfortunate accident
interminablehaving or seeming to have no end
puckerto become wrinkled or constricted
prolixityunduly prolonged or drawn out : too long
articulateexpressing oneself readily, clearly, and effectively
forensicbelonging to, used in, or suitable to courts of judicature or to public discussion and debate
salutaryproducing a beneficial effect : remedial
testyeasily annoyed : irritable
premonitorygiving warning