GRE Word List
TYRANNY
oppressive power
The meaning of the word tyranny is oppressive power.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| insidious | having a gradual and cumulative effect : subtle |
| congenial | pleasant |
| jingoist | extreme chauvinism or nationalism marked especially by a belligerent foreign policy |
| humus | a brown or black complex variable material resulting from partial decomposition of plant or animal matter and forming the organic (see organic |
| wanton | merciless |
| unfeigned | not feigned or hypocritical : genuine |
| carapace | a bony or chitinous case or shield covering the back or part of the back of an animal (such as a turtle or crab) |
| catcall | a loud or raucous cry made especially to express disapproval (as at a sports event) |
| gist | essence; main point; substance |
| impediment | something that impedes |