GRE Word List
REFERENDUM
the principle or practice of submitting to popular vote a measure passed on or proposed by a legislative body or by popular initiative
The meaning of the word referendum is the principle or practice of submitting to popular vote a measure passed on or proposed by a legislative body or by popular initiative.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| unfledged | not feathered : not ready for flight |
| proverb | a brief popular epigram or maxim : adage |
| unexceptionable | not open to objection or criticism : beyond reproach : unimpeachable |
| rebus | a representation of words or syllables by pictures of objects or by symbols whose names resemble the intended words or syllables in sound |
| celestial | of, relating to, or suggesting heaven or divinity |
| expurgate | to cleanse of something morally harmful, offensive, or erroneous |
| supple | compliant often to the point of obsequiousness |
| magisterial | of, relating to, or having the characteristics of a master or teacher : authoritative |
| canvass | to go through (a district) or go to (persons) in order to solicit orders or political support or to determine opinions or sentiments |
| ventriloquist | one who uses or is skilled in ventriloquism |