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.

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deputizeto appoint as deputy
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memorializeto address or petition by a memorial
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remnanta usually small part, member, or trace remaining
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