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 |
|---|---|
| militant | engaged in warfare or combat : fighting |
| institution | an established organization or corporation (such as a bank or university) especially of a public character |
| despot | a ruler with absolute power and authority |
| mollycoddle | to treat with an excessive or absurd degree of indulgence and attention |
| stolid | having or expressing little or no sensibility : unemotional |
| annuity | a sum of money payable yearly or at other regular intervals |
| upright | perpendicular |
| buxom | vigorously or healthily plump |
| chronic | continuing or occurring again and again for a long time |
| frieze | a heavy durable coarse wool and shoddy fabric with a rough surface |