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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| verbatim | in the exact words : word for word |
| savant | a person of learning |
| recital | a detailed account : enumeration |
| disjointed | being thrown out of orderly function |
| resplendent | shining brilliantly : characterized by a glowing splendor |
| glut | to flood (the market) with goods so that supply exceeds demand |
| hapless | having no luck : unfortunate |
| philistine | a native or inhabitant of ancient Philistia |
| metaphysical | of or relating to metaphysics |
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