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.

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epica long narrative poem in elevated style recounting the deeds of a legendary or historical hero
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gauchelacking social experience or grace
statelymarked by lofty or imposing dignity
incoherentlacking coherence: such as
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