GRE Word List

ALLEGIANCE

the obligation of a feudal vassal to his liege lord

The meaning of the word allegiance is the obligation of a feudal vassal to his liege lord.

Random words

WordMeaning
disparatemarkedly distinct in quality or character
substantivehaving substance : involving matters of major or practical importance to all concerned
flutterto flap the wings rapidly
disabuseto free from error, misconception, or fallacy (see fallacy
exorciseto expel (an evil spirit) by adjuration
sluggishaverse to activity or exertion : indolent
warrena place legally authorized for keeping small game (such as hare or pheasant)
gavelrent or tribute in medieval England
conversanthaving knowledge or experience
pristinebelonging to the earliest period or state : original