GRE Word List
REPRISAL
a retaliatory act
The meaning of the word reprisal is a retaliatory act.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| consort | associate |
| titular | having the title and usually the honors belonging to an office or dignity without the duties, functions, or responsibilities |
| foible | the part of a sword or foil blade between the middle and point |
| entourage | one's attendants or associates |
| infringe | to encroach upon in a way that violates law or the rights of another |
| sojourn | a temporary stay |
| phoenix | a legendary bird which according to one account lived 500 years, burned itself to ashes on a pyre, and rose alive from the ashes to live another period |
| dingy | dirty |
| baleful | deadly or pernicious in influence |
| toady | one who flatters in the hope of gaining favors : sycophant |