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
specka small discoloration or spot especially from stain or decay
heedlessnot taking heed : inconsiderate
spatefreshet
audaciousintrepidly daring : adventurous
bloatedoverfilled and extended with liquid, gas, food, etc.
siftto put through a sieve
erodeto diminish or destroy by degrees:
distinctionthe act of perceiving someone or something as being not the same and often treating as separate or different : the distinguishing of a difference
militantengaged in warfare or combat : fighting
hostagea person held by one party in a conflict as a pledge pending the fulfillment of an agreement