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 |
|---|---|
| therapeutic | of or relating to the treatment of disease or disorders by remedial agents or methods : curative |
| indict | to charge with a crime by the finding or presentment of a jury (such as a grand jury) in due form of law |
| ennui | a feeling of weariness and dissatisfaction : boredom |
| canny | clever |
| remunerative | serving to remunerate |
| chivalrous | valiant |
| superimpose | to place or lay over or above something |
| circumlocution | the use of an unnecessarily large number of words to express an idea |
| laceration | the act of lacerating |
| abominate | to hate or loathe intensely : abhor |