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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| lookout | one engaged in keeping watch : watchman |
| agape | wide open : gaping |
| well-bred | having or displaying the politeness and good manners associated especially with people of high social class |
| spoilsport | one who spoils the sport or pleasure of others |
| expose | to deprive of shelter, protection, or care : subject to risk from a harmful action or condition |
| equity | justice according to natural law or right |
| hoard | a supply or fund stored up and often hidden away |
| bowdlerize | to expurgate (something, such as a book) by omitting or modifying parts considered vulgar |
| quack | to make the characteristic cry of a duck |
| protean | of or resembling Proteus in having a varied nature or ability to assume different forms |