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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colloquyconversation
executiveof or relating to the execution of the laws and the conduct of public and national affairs
colossalof, relating to, or resembling a colossus
concorda state of agreement : harmony
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avowto declare assuredly
bouta spell or period of activity: such as
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