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
tannerone that tans hides
enmitypositive, active, and typically mutual hatred or ill will
asinineextremely or utterly foolish or silly
turncoatone who switches to an opposing side or party
shamblesa meat market
eschewto avoid habitually especially on moral or practical grounds : shun
contextthe parts of a discourse that surround a word or passage and can throw light on its meaning
complacencyself-satisfaction especially when accompanied by unawareness of actual dangers or deficiencies
myopicaffected by myopia : of, relating to, or exhibiting myopia : nearsighted
glitterto shine by reflection with many small flashes of brilliant light : sparkle