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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WordMeaning
emancipateto free from restraint, control, or the power of another
implacablenot placable : not capable of being appeased, significantly changed, or mitigated
swearto utter or take solemnly (an oath)
staccatocut short or apart in performing : disconnected
maxima general truth, fundamental principle, or rule of conduct
manifoldmarked by diversity or variety
insouciantlighthearted unconcern : nonchalance
detainto hold or keep in or as if in custody
tauntto reproach or challenge in a mocking or insulting manner : jeer at
effectiveproducing a decided, decisive, or desired effect