GRE Word List

STATUTE

a law enacted by the legislative branch of a government

The meaning of the word statute is a law enacted by the legislative branch of a government.

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raila bar extending from one post or support to another and serving as a guard or barrier
spurnto reject with disdain or contempt : scorn
coddleto cook (something, such as eggs) in liquid slowly and gently just below the boiling point
vindicateto free from allegation or blame
resurgeto undergo a resurgence
ingratiateto gain favor or favorable acceptance for by deliberate effort
censora person who supervises conduct and morals: such as
hortatoryhortative
inclineto bend the head or body forward : bow
celerityrapidity of motion or action