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 |
|---|---|
| avert | to turn away or aside (the eyes, one's gaze, etc.) in avoidance |
| certitude | the state of being or feeling certain |
| intuition | the power or faculty of attaining to direct knowledge or cognition without evident rational thought and inference |
| autocratic | of, relating to, or being an autocracy : absolute |
| distinct | distinguishable to the eye or mind as being discrete (see discrete |
| conjure | to charge or entreat earnestly or solemnly |
| bombastic | marked by or given to speech or writing that is given exaggerated importance by artificial or empty means : marked by or given to bombast : pompous |
| resplendent | shining brilliantly : characterized by a glowing splendor |
| pejorative | a word or phrase that has negative connotations (see connotation |
| impetuous | marked by impulsive vehemence or passion |