GRE Word List
SOVEREIGNTY
supreme power especially over a body politic
The meaning of the word sovereignty is supreme power especially over a body politic.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| functionary | one who serves in a certain function |
| nomadic | of, relating to, or characteristic of nomads |
| refrain | curb |
| flippant | lacking proper respect or seriousness |
| animosity | a strong feeling of dislike or hatred : ill will or resentment tending toward active hostility : an antagonistic attitude |
| multiplicity | the quality or state of being multiple or various |
| dour | stern |
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| ludicrous | amusing or laughable through obvious absurdity, incongruity, exaggeration, or eccentricity |
| quixotic | foolishly impractical especially in the pursuit of ideals |