GRE Word List

RETRIBUTION

recompense

The meaning of the word retribution is recompense.

Random words

WordMeaning
limpidmarked by transparency (see transparent
urgeto present, advocate, or demand earnestly or pressingly
representationalone that represents: such as
foreshadowto represent, indicate, or typify beforehand : prefigure
hazardousinvolving or exposing one to risk (as of loss or harm)
polyglotone who is polyglot
asceticpracticing strict self-denial as a measure of personal and especially spiritual discipline
improvidentnot provident : not foreseeing and providing for the future
atoneto make amends : to provide or serve as reparation or compensation for something bad or unwelcome
hatcha small door or opening (as in an airplane or spaceship)