GRE Word List

CHANCELLOR

the secretary of a nobleman, prince, or king

The meaning of the word chancellor is the secretary of a nobleman, prince, or king.

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WordMeaning
despota ruler with absolute power and authority
wardthe action or process of guarding
unanimitythe quality or state of being unanimous
blusterto talk or act with noisy swaggering threats
formalitycompliance with formal or conventional rules : ceremony
worldlyof, relating to, or devoted to this world and its pursuits rather than to religion or spiritual affairs
obliviouslacking remembrance, memory, or mindful attention
assiduousshowing great care, attention, and effort : marked by careful unremitting attention or persistent application
promptto move to action : incite
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