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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| semblance | outward and often specious appearance or show : form |
| retiring | reserved |
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| fictitious | of, relating to, or characteristic of fiction : imaginary |
| hurl | rush |
| suspend | to debar temporarily especially from a privilege, office, or function |
| transcribe | to make a written copy of |
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