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
redundantexceeding what is necessary or normal : superfluous
unctuoushaving, revealing, or marked by a smug, ingratiating, and false earnestness or spirituality
deciduousfalling off or shed seasonally or at a certain stage of development in the life cycle
odiumthe state or fact of being subjected to hatred and contempt as a result of a despicable act or blameworthy circumstance
averto declare positively
husbanda male partner in a marriage
patrimonyan estate inherited from one's father or ancestor
peripherythe perimeter of a circle or other closed curve
bilkto block the free development of : frustrate
aestheticof, relating to, or dealing with aesthetics or the beautiful