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
derogatoryexpressive of a low opinion : disparaging
homilya usually short sermon
retardto delay or impede the development or progress of : to slow up especially by preventing or hindering advance or accomplishment
encumberweigh down
hackneyedlacking in freshness or originality
drossthe scum or unwanted material that forms on the surface of molten metal
avengeto take vengeance for or on behalf of
far-fetchedbrought from a remote time or place
confiscateappropriated by the government : forfeited
amnesialoss of memory due usually to brain injury, shock, fatigue, repression, or illness