GRE Word List
VETO
an authoritative prohibition : interdiction
The meaning of the word veto is an authoritative prohibition : interdiction.
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|---|---|
| indoctrinate | to imbue with a usually partisan or sectarian opinion, point of view, or principle |
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| demur | to take exception : object |
| exhort | to incite by argument or advice : urge strongly |
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| solicitor | one that solicits |
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