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.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| coax | to influence or gently urge by caressing or flattering : wheedle |
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| pervert | to cause to turn aside or away from what is good or true or morally right : corrupt |
| methodical | arranged, characterized by, or performed with method or order |
| affinity | relationship by marriage |
| advert | to turn the mind or attention |
| dynamo | generator |
| repeal | to rescind or annul by authoritative act |
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