GRE Word List
EMINENT
rising above others; high; lofty; distinguished; Ex. eminent position
The meaning of the word eminent is rising above others; high; lofty; distinguished; Ex. eminent position.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| colander | utensil with perforated bottom used for straining |
| execrable | very bad; detestable |
| whinny | neigh like a horse; CF. neigh: make the sound which horses make |
| noisome | foul smelling; very unpleasant; unwholesome |
| sentinel | sentry; lookout |
| misconduct | immoral behavior; bad management; V. |
| barb | sharp projection from fishhook, arrow, or other object; openly cutting remark |
| loll | lounge about |
| fracas | brawl(noisy quarrel or fight) in which a number of people take part; melee |
| trifle | something of little importance or value; small amount; Ex. a trifle; V: treat without seriousness; flirt |
