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.

Random words

WordMeaning
serratednotched or toothed on the edge
abstainto choose not to do or have something : to refrain deliberately and often with an effort of self-denial from an action or practice
exemplarydeserving imitation : commendable
pallto lose strength or effectiveness
distractto draw or direct (something, such as someone's attention) to a different object or in different directions at the same time
conceitfavorable opinion
worldlyof, relating to, or devoted to this world and its pursuits rather than to religion or spiritual affairs
outlandishof or relating to another country : foreign
foppishfoolish
whinnyto neigh especially in a low or gentle way