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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| deride | to laugh at or insult contemptuously |
| divine | of, relating to, or proceeding directly from God (see god |
| accede | to express approval or give consent : to agree to a request or demand |
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