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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| eloquence | discourse marked by force and persuasiveness |
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| concurrent | operating or occurring at the same time |
| flout | to treat with contemptuous disregard : scorn |
| figurative | representing by a figure or resemblance : emblematic |