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
intrinsicbelonging to the essential nature or constitution of a thing
presumeto undertake without leave or clear justification : dare
amoralhaving or showing no concern about whether behavior is morally right or wrong
recuperateto get back : regain
witticisma cleverly witty and often biting or ironic remark
servitudea condition in which one lacks liberty especially to determine one's course of action or way of life
ciliatedpossessing cilia
marsupialany of an order (Marsupialia) of mammals comprising kangaroos, wombats, bandicoots, opossums, and related animals that do not develop a true placenta and that usually have a pouch on the abdomen of the female which covers the teats and serves to carry the young
masticateto grind or crush (food) with or as if with the teeth : chew
extirpateto destroy completely : wipe out