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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| ductile | capable of being drawn out (see draw |
| euphemism | the substitution of an agreeable or inoffensive expression for one that may offend or suggest something unpleasant |
| mediocre | of moderate or low quality, value, ability, or performance : ordinary |
| mealymouthed | not plain and straightforward : devious |
| exertion | the act or an instance of exerting |
| fray | a usually disorderly or protracted fight, struggle, or dispute |
| cession | a yielding to another : concession |
| toga | the loose outer garment worn in public by citizens of ancient Rome |
| somber | so shaded as to be dark and gloomy |
| enjoin | to direct or impose by authoritative order or with urgent admonition |