GRE Word List
PILLORY
a device formerly used for publicly punishing offenders consisting of a wooden frame with holes in which the head and hands can be locked
The meaning of the word pillory is a device formerly used for publicly punishing offenders consisting of a wooden frame with holes in which the head and hands can be locked.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| inclusive | broad in orientation or scope |
| denounce | to pronounce especially publicly to be blameworthy or evil |
| ration | a food allowance for one day |
| arrhythmic | lacking rhythm or regularity |
| fulcrum | prop |
| inculcate | to teach and impress by frequent repetitions or admonitions |
| exhume | disinter |
| controvert | to dispute or oppose by reasoning |
| potential | existing in possibility : capable of development into actuality |
| psyche | a princess loved by Cupid |