GRE Word List

CENTURION

an officer commanding a Roman century

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

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WordMeaning
potenthaving or wielding force, authority, or influence : powerful
protagonistthe principal character in a literary work (such as a drama or story)
monasticof or relating to monasteries or to monks or nuns
masticateto grind or crush (food) with or as if with the teeth : chew
dappledmarked with small spots or patches contrasting with the background
soothsayera person who predicts the future by magical, intuitive, or more rational means : prognosticator
subjugateto bring under control and governance as a subject : conquer
procrastinateto put off intentionally and habitually
scurryto move in or as if in a brisk pace : scamper
reconcileto restore to friendship or harmony