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 |
|---|---|
| alias | otherwise called : otherwise known as |
| ablution | the washing of one's body or part of it (as in a religious rite) |
| opportune | suitable or convenient for a particular occurrence |
| killjoy | one who spoils the pleasure of others |
| unrequited | not requited : not reciprocated or returned in kind |
| warranty | a real covenant binding the grantor of an estate and the grantor's heirs to warrant and defend the title |
| disquisition | a formal inquiry into or discussion of a subject : discourse |
| slake | subside |
| misanthrope | a person who hates or distrusts humankind |
| glitter | to shine by reflection with many small flashes of brilliant light : sparkle |