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 |
|---|---|
| ratiocination | the process of exact thinking : reasoning |
| rampant | rearing upon the hind legs with forelegs extended |
| permissive | granted on sufferance : tolerated |
| vituperative | uttering or given to censure : containing or characterized by verbal abuse |
| fructify | to bear fruit |
| tout | to make much of : promote |
| coin | corner |
| prate | to talk long and idly : chatter |
| petty | having secondary rank or importance : minor |
| chase | the hunting of wild animals |