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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
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| fathom | a unit of length equal to six feet (1.83 meters) used especially for measuring the depth of water |
| fancier | one that has a special liking or interest |
| dauntless | incapable of being intimidated or subdued : fearless |
| divest | to deprive or dispossess especially of property, authority, or title |
| pensive | musingly or dreamily thoughtful |
| salutary | producing a beneficial effect : remedial |
| leniency | the quality or state of being lenient |
| sundry | including many things of different kinds : miscellaneous |
| entreat | to plead with especially in order to persuade : ask urgently |
| frolicsome | full of gaiety : playful |