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
undertakerone who undertakes : one who takes the risk and management of business : entrepreneur
mentora friend of Odysseus entrusted with the education of Odysseus' son Telemachus
effectuateto cause or bring about (something) : to put (something) into effect or operation : effect
tumidmarked by swelling : swollen
truncateto shorten by or as if by cutting off
injuriousinflicting or tending to inflict injury : detrimental
deferencerespect and esteem due a superior or an elder
renowna state of being widely acclaimed and highly honored : fame
buxomvigorously or healthily plump
supplantto supersede (another) especially by force or treachery