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
wadeto step in or through a medium (such as water) offering more resistance than air
hamperto restrict the movement of by bonds or obstacles : impede
reprobatean unprincipled or depraved person : scoundrel
distinctdistinguishable to the eye or mind as being discrete (see discrete
adherentone who adheres to something: such as
inhibitedto prohibit from doing something
ingrainedforming a part of the essence or inmost being : deep-seated
valorstrength of mind or spirit that enables a person to encounter danger with firmness : personal bravery
run-downan item-by-item report or review : summary
begetto procreate as the father : sire