GRE Word List

SURVEILLANCE

close watch kept over someone or something (as by a detective)

The meaning of the word surveillance is close watch kept over someone or something (as by a detective).

Random words

WordMeaning
explicitfully revealed or expressed without vagueness, implication, or ambiguity : leaving no question as to meaning or intent
officiousvolunteering one's services where they are neither asked nor needed : meddlesome
scrupuloushaving moral integrity : acting in strict regard for what is considered right or proper
waylayto lie in wait for or attack (someone) from ambush
dirgea song or hymn of grief or lamentation
abhorto regard with extreme repugnance : to feel hatred or loathing for : loathe
qualmsa feeling of uneasiness about a point especially of conscience or propriety
masqueradea social gathering of persons wearing masks and often fantastic costumes
purportedreputed
allegiancethe obligation of a feudal vassal to his liege lord