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 |
|---|---|
| renown | a state of being widely acclaimed and highly honored : fame |
| modicum | a small portion : a limited quantity |
| dissertation | an extended usually written treatment of a subject |
| detrimental | obviously harmful : damaging |
| bluff | having a broad flattened front |
| unbridled | unrestrained |
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| disheveled | marked by disorder or disarray |
| testy | easily annoyed : irritable |
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