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 |
|---|---|
| aegis | a shield or breastplate emblematic of majesty that was associated with Zeus and Athena |
| cogent | appealing forcibly to the mind or reason : convincing |
| citadel | a fortress that commands (see command |
| malefactor | one who commits an offense against the law |
| exegesis | exposition |
| executor | one who executes something |
| effectual | producing or able to produce a desired effect |
| renege | to go back on a promise or commitment |
| contagion | a contagious disease |
| phenomena | phenomenon |