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 |
|---|---|
| jollity | the quality or state of being jolly : merriment |
| apprehend | arrest |
| indignity | an act that offends against a person's dignity or self-respect : insult |
| perspicuity | plain to the understanding especially because of clarity and precision of presentation |
| abscond | to depart secretly and hide oneself |
| servitude | a condition in which one lacks liberty especially to determine one's course of action or way of life |
| floe | floating ice formed in a large sheet on the surface of a body of water |
| unsightly | not pleasing to the sight : not comely |
| flout | to treat with contemptuous disregard : scorn |
| killjoy | one who spoils the pleasure of others |