GRE Word List

LUMINARY

a person of prominence or brilliant achievement

The meaning of the word luminary is a person of prominence or brilliant achievement.

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WordMeaning
implodeto burst inward
metaphysicalof or relating to metaphysics
indeliblethat cannot be removed, washed away, or erased
libela written statement in which a plaintiff in certain courts sets forth the cause of action or the relief sought
inviolablesecure from violation or profanation
babbleto talk enthusiastically or excessively
distortto twist (see twist
brackishsomewhat salty
amiablefriendly, sociable, and congenial
sallowany of several Old World broad-leaved willows (such as Salix caprea) including important sources of charcoal and tanbark