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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| brim | an upper or outer margin : verge |
| tarry | to delay or be tardy in acting or doing |
| pinnace | a light sailing ship |
| prosper | to succeed in an enterprise or activity |
| centigrade | relating to, conforming to, or having a thermometric scale on which the interval between the freezing point of water and the boiling point of water is divided into 100 degrees with 0° representing the freezing point and 100° the boiling point |
| theoretical | existing only in theory : hypothetical |
| array | to dress or decorate especially in splendid or impressive attire : adorn |
| sensual | relating to or consisting in the gratification of the senses or the indulgence of appetite : fleshly |
| masticate | to grind or crush (food) with or as if with the teeth : chew |
| deadlock | a state of inaction or neutralization resulting from the opposition of equally powerful uncompromising persons or factions : standstill |