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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| tactile | perceptible by touch : tangible |
| phobia | an exaggerated usually inexplicable and illogical fear of a particular object, class of objects, or situation |
| discerning | showing insight and understanding : discriminating |
| disquietude | anxiety |
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| appurtenances | accessory objects |
| neologism | a new word, usage, or expression |
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