GRE Word List
PILLAGE
the act of looting or plundering especially in war
The meaning of the word pillage is the act of looting or plundering especially in war.
Random words
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| precis | a concise summary of essential points, statements, or facts |
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| plausible | superficially fair, reasonable, or valuable but often specious |
| vivid | very strong : very high in chroma |
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