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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| Word | Meaning |
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| rolling | (of land) rising and falling in long gentle slopes; happening continuously by stages; Ex. rolling devolution of power to local governments |
| sturdy | firmly built or constituted : stout |
| reconnaissance | a preliminary survey to gain information |
| supercilious | coolly and patronizingly haughty |
| gentility | the condition of belonging to the gentry |
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