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

WordMeaning
metaphora figure of speech in which a word or phrase literally denoting one kind of object or idea is used in place of another to suggest a likeness or analogy between them (as in drowning in money)
inceptionan act, process, or instance of beginning : commencement
detachedstanding by itself : separate
expositoryof, relating to, or containing exposition
venialof a kind that can be remitted : forgivable
compileto compose out of materials from other documents
calculatedapt
divineof, relating to, or proceeding directly from God (see god
kneadto work and press into a mass with or as if with the hands
vouchto supply supporting evidence or testimony