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 |
|---|---|
| devolve | to pass on (something, such as responsibility, rights, or powers) from one person or entity to another |
| embroider | to ornament with needlework |
| grapple | the act or an instance of grappling |
| disingenuous | lacking in candor |
| throb | to pulsate or pound with abnormal force or rapidity |
| impromptu | made, done, or formed on or as if on the spur of the moment : improvised |
| recumbent | suggestive of repose : leaning |
| historical | of, relating to, or having the character of history |
| ferment | to undergo fermentation |
| promulgate | to make (an idea, belief, etc.) known to many people by open declaration : proclaim |