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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| rectitude | the quality or state of being straight |
| machiavellian | of or relating to Machiavelli or Machiavellianism |
| obviate | to anticipate and prevent (something, such as a situation) or make (an action) unnecessary |
| transient | passing especially quickly into and out of existence : transitory |
| cataclysm | flood |
| slick | having a smooth surface : slippery |
| pitfall | trap |
| lofty | elevated in character and spirit : noble |
| porous | possessing or full of pores |
| ploy | escapade |