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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| jibe | to be in accord : agree |
| cataract | a clouding of the lens of the eye or of its surrounding transparent membrane that obstructs the passage of light |
| espionage | the practice of spying or using spies to obtain information about the plans and activities especially of a foreign government or a competing company |
| shift | to exchange for or replace by another : change |
| acclivity | an ascending slope (as of a hill) |
| incipient | beginning to come into being or to become apparent |
| cater | to provide a supply of food |
| carping | marked by or inclined to querulous and often perverse criticism |
| herd | a typically large group of animals of one kind kept together under human control |
| pedantic | of, relating to, or being a pedant |