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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WordMeaning
coaxto influence or gently urge by caressing or flattering : wheedle
disdaina feeling of contempt for someone or something regarded as unworthy or inferior : scorn
celibateof, relating to, or characterized by celibacy:
sumptuousextremely costly, rich, luxurious, or magnificent
introspectivecharacterized by examination of one's own thoughts and feelings : thoughtfully reflective : employing, marked by, or tending to introspection
immureto enclose within or as if within walls
filthfoul or putrid matter
disabuseto free from error, misconception, or fallacy (see fallacy
prolificproducing young or fruit especially freely : fruitful
entreethe act or manner of entering : entrance