GRE Word List
DIGNITARY
one who possesses exalted rank or holds a position of dignity or honor
The meaning of the word dignitary is one who possesses exalted rank or holds a position of dignity or honor.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
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| vilify | to utter slanderous and abusive statements against : defame |
| makeshift | a usually crude and temporary expedient : substitute |
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| prodigy | a highly talented child or youth |
| provincial | the superior of a province of a Roman Catholic religious order |
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| discourse | verbal interchange of ideas |
| indicative | serving to indicate |