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 |
|---|---|
| palliate | to reduce the violence of (a disease) |
| usurp | to seize and hold (office, place, functions, powers, etc.) in possession by force or without right |
| discernible | able to be perceived by a sense (such as sight or smell) or by the mind : capable of being discerned |
| impiety | the quality or state of being impious : irreverence |
| bacchanalian | a Roman festival of Bacchus celebrated with dancing, song, and revelry |
| embitter | to excite bitter feelings in |
| institution | an established organization or corporation (such as a bank or university) especially of a public character |
| solicit | to make petition to : entreat |
| usury | the lending of money with an interest charge for its use |
| embroil | to throw into disorder or confusion |