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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| rampart | a protective barrier : bulwark |
| brevity | shortness of duration |
| transient | passing especially quickly into and out of existence : transitory |
| abscission | the act or process of cutting off : removal |
| codicil | a legal instrument made to modify an earlier will |
| aghast | struck with terror, amazement, or horror : shocked and upset |
| usury | the lending of money with an interest charge for its use |
| conjure | to charge or entreat earnestly or solemnly |
| devout | committed or devoted to religion or to religious duties or exercises |
| volition | the power of choosing or determining : will |