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.

Random words

WordMeaning
enamoredaffected by strong feelings of love, admiration, or fascination
appositehighly pertinent or appropriate : apt
lollto hang loosely or laxly : droop
disconcertto throw into confusion
awean emotion variously combining dread, veneration, and wonder that is inspired by authority or by the sacred or sublime
annotateto make or furnish critical or explanatory notes or comment
magnatea person of rank, power, influence, or distinction often in a specified area
nibbill
wallowto roll oneself about in a lazy, relaxed, or ungainly manner
vigilantea member of a volunteer committee organized to suppress and punish crime summarily (as when the processes of law are viewed as inadequate)