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
panderto act as a pander
gentilitythe condition of belonging to the gentry
effluviuman invisible emanation
stockadea line of stout posts set firmly to form a defense
belittleto speak slightingly of : disparage
plausiblesuperficially fair, reasonable, or valuable but often specious
agnostica person who holds the view that any ultimate reality (such as God) is unknown and probably unknowable
cohortscompanion
parvenuone that has recently or suddenly risen to an unaccustomed position of wealth or power and has not yet gained the prestige, dignity, or manner associated with it
hovelan open shed or shelter