GRE Word List

SUBALTERN

particular with reference to a related universal proposition

The meaning of the word subaltern is particular with reference to a related universal proposition.

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WordMeaning
blackballto vote against
edicta proclamation having the force of law
varnisha liquid preparation that when applied to a surface dries to form a hard lustrous typically transparent coating
well-bredhaving or displaying the politeness and good manners associated especially with people of high social class
friskto search (a person) for something (such as a concealed weapon) by running the hand rapidly over the clothing and through the pockets
demagoguea leader who makes use of popular prejudices and false claims and promises in order to gain power
mountebanka person who sells quack medicines from a platform
lucremonetary gain : profit
suitorone that petitions or entreats
belieto give a false impression of