GRE Word List

EMINENT

exhibiting eminence especially in standing above others in some quality or position : prominent

The meaning of the word eminent is exhibiting eminence especially in standing above others in some quality or position : prominent.

Random words

WordMeaning
partialof or relating to a part rather than the whole : not general or total
confinesomething (such as borders or walls) that encloses
monograma sign of identity usually formed of the combined initials of a name
shirkto go stealthily : sneak
blatantnoisy especially in a vulgar or offensive manner : clamorous
vigilthe act of keeping awake at times when sleep is customary
groucha fit of bad temper
dolorouscausing, marked by, or expressing misery or grief
versatileembracing a variety of subjects, fields, or skills
subterfugedeception by artifice or stratagem in order to conceal, escape, or evade