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 |
|---|---|
| aloof | removed or distant either physically or emotionally |
| formidable | causing fear, dread, or apprehension |
| trifle | something of little value, substance, or importance |
| incident | an occurrence of an action or situation that is a separate unit of experience : happening |
| smolder | to burn sluggishly, without flame, and often with much smoke |
| gauche | lacking social experience or grace |
| analogy | a comparison of two otherwise unlike things based on resemblance of a particular aspect |
| incandescent | white, glowing, or luminous with intense heat |
| aplomb | complete and confident composure or self-assurance : poise |
| anguish | extreme pain, distress, or anxiety |