GRE Word List
REPRIEVE
to delay the punishment of (someone, such as a condemned prisoner)
The meaning of the word reprieve is to delay the punishment of (someone, such as a condemned prisoner).
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| permissive | granted on sufferance : tolerated |
| magisterial | of, relating to, or having the characteristics of a master or teacher : authoritative |
| refectory | a dining hall (as in a monastery or college) |
| vain | having or showing undue or excessive pride in one's appearance or achievements : conceited |
| ratiocination | the process of exact thinking : reasoning |
| maculated | marked with spots : blotched |
| relent | to become less severe, harsh, or strict usually from reasons of humanity |
| intrude | to thrust oneself in without invitation, permission, or welcome |
| fetid | having a heavy offensive smell |
| edifice | building |