GRE Word List

PLEBISCITE

a vote by which the people of an entire country or district express an opinion for or against a proposal especially on a choice of government or ruler

The meaning of the word plebiscite is a vote by which the people of an entire country or district express an opinion for or against a proposal especially on a choice of government or ruler.

Random words

WordMeaning
constituencya body of citizens entitled to elect a representative (as to a legislative or executive position)
vainhaving or showing undue or excessive pride in one's appearance or achievements : conceited
galea strong current of air:
derisionthe use of ridicule or scorn to show contempt
hazardousinvolving or exposing one to risk (as of loss or harm)
limpto walk lamely
unceremoniousnot ceremonious : informal
foreshadowto represent, indicate, or typify beforehand : prefigure
rudimentaryconsisting in first principles : fundamental
controvertto dispute or oppose by reasoning