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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| ebb | the reflux of the tide toward the sea |
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| minutiae | a minute or minor detail |
| doggerel | loosely styled and irregular in measure especially for burlesque or comic effect |
| denomination | an act of denominating |
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