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
semblanceoutward and often specious appearance or show : form
dogmaticcharacterized by or given to the expression of opinions very strongly or positively as if they were facts
paramountsuperior to all others : supreme
extenuateto lessen or to try to lessen the seriousness or extent of (something, such as a fault or offense) by making partial excuses : mitigate
absolutefree from imperfection : perfect
glimmerto shine faintly or unsteadily
penologya branch of criminology dealing with prison management and the treatment of offenders
trappingsoutward signs
itineranttraveling from place to place
mausoleuma large tomb