GRE Word List

HOMAGE

a feudal ceremony by which a man acknowledges himself the vassal of a lord

The meaning of the word homage is a feudal ceremony by which a man acknowledges himself the vassal of a lord.

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WordMeaning
monograma sign of identity usually formed of the combined initials of a name
eulogya commendatory oration or writing especially in honor of one deceased
obeisancea movement of the body made in token of respect or submission : bow
conceitfavorable opinion
warrantya real covenant binding the grantor of an estate and the grantor's heirs to warrant and defend the title
cognizancea distinguishing mark or emblem (such as a heraldic bearing)
loftyelevated in character and spirit : noble
palpablecapable of being touched or felt : tangible
intractablenot easily governed, managed, or directed
reprehensibleworthy of or deserving reprehension : culpable