GRE Word List

RECOURSE

a turning to someone or something for help or protection

The meaning of the word recourse is a turning to someone or something for help or protection.

Random words

WordMeaning
legatoin a manner that is smooth and connected (as between successive tones)
chauvinistan attitude of superiority toward members of the opposite sex
diversediffering from one another : unlike
zeniththe point of the celestial sphere that is directly opposite the nadir and vertically above the observer see azimuth illustration
odysseya long wandering or voyage usually marked by many changes of fortune
figurativerepresenting by a figure or resemblance : emblematic
seepto flow or pass slowly through fine pores or small openings : ooze
gloatto observe or think about something with triumphant and often malicious satisfaction, gratification, or delight
pastrya dough that is used to make pies and other baked goods and typically has a high fat content : paste
regenta person who governs a kingdom in the minority, absence, or disability of the sovereign