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.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| executioner | one who executes |
| facsimile | an exact copy |
| clap | to strike (two things, such as two flat, hard surfaces) together so as to produce a sharp percussive noise |
| sap | the fluid part of a plant |
| lustrous | reflecting light evenly and efficiently without glitter or sparkle |
| countermand | to revoke (a command) by a contrary order |
| affected | artificial; pretended |
| outfit | the act of fitting out or equipping (as for a voyage or expedition) |
| ostensible | intended for display : open to view |
| elaborate | planned or carried out with great care |