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 |
|---|---|
| intrigue | the practice of engaging in secret schemes |
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| discriminating | making a distinction : distinguishing |
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| gerontocracy | rule by elders |
| ancillary | subordinate |