GRE Word List
EMOLUMENT
the returns arising from office or employment usually in the form of compensation or perquisites
The meaning of the word emolument is the returns arising from office or employment usually in the form of compensation or perquisites.
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| representational | one that represents: such as |
| resurge | to undergo a resurgence |
| compress | to press or squeeze together |
| retiring | reserved |
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| nutritious | nourishing |
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