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 |
|---|---|
| ensconce | shelter |
| engross | to copy or write in a large hand |
| rational | having reason or understanding |
| partiality | the quality or state of being partial : bias |
| sluggish | averse to activity or exertion : indolent |
| parity | the quality or state of being equal or equivalent |
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| canvass | to go through (a district) or go to (persons) in order to solicit orders or political support or to determine opinions or sentiments |
| jibe | to be in accord : agree |
| perspicuity | plain to the understanding especially because of clarity and precision of presentation |