GRE Word List

FUNCTIONARY

one who serves in a certain function

The meaning of the word functionary is one who serves in a certain function.

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WordMeaning
recessionthe act or action of receding : withdrawal
irrevocablenot possible to revoke : unalterable
gambita chess opening in which a player risks one or more pawns or a minor piece to gain an advantage in position
coddleto cook (something, such as eggs) in liquid slowly and gently just below the boiling point
extemporaneouscomposed, performed, or uttered on the spur of the moment : impromptu
antidotea remedy to counteract the effects of poison
ironythe use of words to express something other than and especially the opposite of the literal meaning
graciousmarked by kindness and courtesy
anarchyabsence of government
preemptto acquire (something, such as land) by preemption