GRE Word List

CENTURION

an officer commanding a Roman century

The meaning of the word centurion is an officer commanding a Roman century.

Random words

WordMeaning
arbitrateto act as arbiter upon (a disputed question) : to settle (a dispute between two people or groups) after hearing the arguments and opinions of both
climeclimate
purportto have the often specious appearance of being, intending, or claiming (something implied or inferred)
homespunspun or made at home
arduoushard to accomplish or achieve : difficult
elevationthe height to which something is elevated: such as
slanderto utter slander against : defame
opportunistone that is opportunistic or that practices opportunism
hirsutehairy
appurtenancesaccessory objects