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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WordMeaning
bemusedmarked by confusion or bewilderment : dazed
abscondto depart secretly and hide oneself
touchstonea fundamental or quintessential part or feature : basis
apostateone who commits apostasy
tactfulhaving or showing tact
haughtinessblatantly and disdainfully proud : having or showing an attitude of superiority and contempt for people or things perceived to be inferior
promulgateto make (an idea, belief, etc.) known to many people by open declaration : proclaim
oddsthe probability that one thing is so or will happen rather than another : chances
supererogatoryobserved or performed to an extent not enjoined or required
redoubtablecausing fear or alarm : formidable