GRE Word List
TRIBUNE
a Roman official under the monarchy and the republic with the function of protecting the plebeian citizen from arbitrary action by the patrician magistrates
The meaning of the word tribune is a Roman official under the monarchy and the republic with the function of protecting the plebeian citizen from arbitrary action by the patrician magistrates.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| exiguous | excessively scanty : inadequate |
| sparse | of few and scattered elements |
| atone | to make amends : to provide or serve as reparation or compensation for something bad or unwelcome |
| sensual | relating to or consisting in the gratification of the senses or the indulgence of appetite : fleshly |
| tumult | disorderly agitation or milling about of a crowd usually with uproar and confusion of voices : commotion |
| traumatic | psychologically or emotionally stressful in a way that can lead to serious mental and emotional problems |
| anoint | to smear or rub with oil or an oily substance |
| choir | an organized company of singers (as in a church service) |
| deb\^acle | sudden disastrous downfall or defeat; complete disaster |
| masquerade | a social gathering of persons wearing masks and often fantastic costumes |