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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WordMeaning
incurto become liable or subject to : bring down upon oneself
lanceta sharp-pointed and commonly 2-edged surgical instrument used to make small incisions
impotentnot potent : lacking in power, strength, or vigor : helpless
palatableagreeable to the palate or taste
banka mound, pile, or ridge raised above the surrounding level: such as
sturdyfirmly built or constituted : stout
steeplofty
perceptiveresponsive to sensory stimuli : discerning
pretensionan allegation of doubtful value : pretext
taperto become progressively smaller toward one end