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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expurgateto cleanse of something morally harmful, offensive, or erroneous
ellipticalof, relating to, or shaped like an ellipse
nebulousof, relating to, or resembling a nebula : nebular
comeuppancea deserved rebuke or penalty : deserts
convexcurved or rounded outward like the exterior of a sphere or circle
negligencethe quality or state of being negligent
obsoleteno longer in use or no longer useful
virulentmarked by a rapid, severe, and destructive course
convertto bring over from one belief, view, or party to another
composurea calmness or repose especially of mind, bearing, or appearance : self-possession