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 |
|---|---|
| resolve | to deal with successfully : clear up |
| palliate | to reduce the violence of (a disease) |
| brim | an upper or outer margin : verge |
| indices | signs; indications; Ex. indices of a student's potential; CF. index: something that reveals or indicates; sign; Ex. cost-of-living index |
| commensurate | corresponding in size, extent, amount, or degree : proportionate |
| definitive | serving to provide a final solution or to end a situation |
| generic | relating to or characteristic of a whole group or class : general |
| atheistic | a person who does not believe in the existence of a god or any gods : one who subscribes to or advocates atheism |
| impart | to give, convey, or grant from or as if from a store |
| abridge | to shorten by omission of words without sacrifice of sense : condense |