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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WordMeaning
prognosisthe prospect of recovery as anticipated from the usual course of disease or peculiarities of the case
ramparta protective barrier : bulwark
obstinatestubbornly adhering to an opinion, purpose, or course in spite of reason, arguments, or persuasion
emasculateto deprive of strength, vigor, or spirit : weaken
disabuseto free from error, misconception, or fallacy (see fallacy
propitiateto gain or regain the favor or goodwill of : appease
polemicalof, relating to, or being a polemic : controversial
unerringlycommitting no error : faultless
flaira skill or instinctive ability to appreciate or make good use of something : talent
humilityfreedom from pride or arrogance : the quality or state of being humble