GRE Word List
USURP
to seize and hold (office, place, functions, powers, etc.) in possession by force or without right
The meaning of the word usurp is to seize and hold (office, place, functions, powers, etc.) in possession by force or without right.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| nocturnal | of, relating to, or occurring in the night |
| spoonerism | a transposition of usually initial sounds of two or more words (as in tons of soil for sons of toil) |
| flit | to pass quickly or abruptly from one place or condition to another |
| domineer | to exercise arbitrary or overbearing control |
| gnarl | snarl |
| rebuff | to reject or criticize sharply : snub |
| citadel | a fortress that commands (see command |
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| nexus | connection |
| avid | characterized by enthusiasm and vigorous pursuit : very eager and enthusiastic |