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 |
|---|---|
| perennial | present at all seasons of the year |
| excerpt | a passage (as from a book or musical composition) selected, performed, or copied : extract |
| agnostic | a person who holds the view that any ultimate reality (such as God) is unknown and probably unknowable |
| fashion | the prevailing style (as in dress) during a particular time |
| venue | locale |
| orthodox | conforming to established doctrine especially in religion |
| supplant | to supersede (another) especially by force or treachery |
| circuit | a usually circular line encompassing an area |
| injurious | inflicting or tending to inflict injury : detrimental |
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