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
institutesomething that is instituted: such as
hortatoryhortative
numismatistthe study or collection of coins, tokens, and paper money and sometimes related objects (such as medals)
nuptialof or relating to marriage or the marriage ceremony
noveltysomething new or unusual
luxuriantyielding abundantly : fertile
illuminateto supply or brighten with light
exudeto ooze out
aphasialoss or impairment of the power to use or comprehend words usually resulting from brain damage (as from a stroke, head injury, or infection)
perforateto make a hole through