GRE Word List
RETRIBUTION
recompense
The meaning of the word retribution is recompense.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| rescind | to take away : remove |
| pertinent | having a clear decisive relevance to the matter in hand |
| humane | marked by compassion, sympathy, or consideration for humans or animals |
| persist | to go on resolutely or stubbornly in spite of opposition, importunity, or warning |
| corroborate | to support with evidence or authority : make more certain |
| concise | marked by brevity of expression or statement : free from all elaboration and superfluous detail |
| bland | smooth and soothing in manner or quality |
| aloft | at or to a great height |
| defect | an imperfection or abnormality that impairs quality, function, or utility : shortcoming |
| autocratic | of, relating to, or being an autocracy : absolute |