GRE Word List

EPAULET

something that ornaments or protects the shoulder: such as

The meaning of the word epaulet is something that ornaments or protects the shoulder: such as.

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WordMeaning
genteelhaving an aristocratic quality or flavor : stylish
trinketa small ornament (such as a jewel or ring)
latentpresent and capable of emerging or developing but not now visible, obvious, active, or symptomatic
hibernalof, relating to, or occurring in winter
prevailto gain ascendancy through strength or superiority : triumph
vantagea position giving a strategic advantage, commanding perspective, or comprehensive view
mentora friend of Odysseus entrusted with the education of Odysseus' son Telemachus
rankrelative standing or position
provisoan article or clause (as in a contract) that introduces a condition
solsticeeither of the two points on the ecliptic at which its distance from the celestial equator is greatest and which is reached by the sun each year about June 21 and December 21