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 |
|---|---|
| coup | a sudden decisive exercise of force in politics and especially the violent overthrow or alteration of an existing government by a small group : coup d'Γ©tat |
| scruple | a unit of capacity equal to ΒΉ/ββ Apothecaries' ounce see Weights and Measures Table |
| recession | the act or action of receding : withdrawal |
| undertaker | one who undertakes : one who takes the risk and management of business : entrepreneur |
| pose | to set forth or offer for attention or consideration |
| evasive | tending or intended to evade : equivocal |
| jurisdiction | the power, right, or authority to interpret and apply the law |
| cavalier | marked by or given to offhand and often disdainful (see disdain |
| smirk | to smile in a smug or condescending way |
| filth | foul or putrid matter |