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

WordMeaning
finitehaving definite or definable limits
intrinsicbelonging to the essential nature or constitution of a thing
adverseacting against or in a contrary direction : hostile
wringto squeeze or twist especially so as to make dry or to extract moisture or liquid
lucidsuffused with light : luminous
cremateto subject to cremation
buttressa projecting structure of masonry or wood for supporting or giving stability to a wall or building
injuriousinflicting or tending to inflict injury : detrimental
megalomaniaa mania (see mania
advocacythe act or process of supporting a cause or proposal : the act or process of advocating (see advocate