GRE Word List

BENEFICIARY

a person or thing that receives help or an advantage from something : one that benefits from something

The meaning of the word beneficiary is a person or thing that receives help or an advantage from something : one that benefits from something.

Random words

WordMeaning
ascendancygoverning or controlling influence : domination
paucitysmallness of number : fewness
shacklesomething (such as a manacle or fetter) that confines the legs or arms
penumbraa space of partial illumination (as in an eclipse) between the perfect shadow on all sides and the full light
crescendoa gradual increase
peripherythe perimeter of a circle or other closed curve
vervethe spirit and enthusiasm animating artistic composition or performance : vivacity
revoketo annul by recalling or taking back : rescind
bigotryobstinate or intolerant devotion to one's own opinions and prejudices : the state of mind of a bigot
pliantpliable