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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| cognate | of the same or similar nature : generically alike |
| chant | to make melodic sounds with the voice |
| barefaced | having the face uncovered: |
| acumen | keenness and depth of perception, discernment, or discrimination especially in practical matters |
| deranged | mentally unsound : crazy |
| minute | the 60th part of an hour of time : 60 seconds |
| obeisance | a movement of the body made in token of respect or submission : bow |
| mimicry | an instance of mimicking |
| blackball | to vote against |
| dilettante | a person having a superficial interest in an art or a branch of knowledge : dabbler |