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.

Random words

WordMeaning
cresta showy tuft or process on the head of an animal and especially a bird see bird illustration
threatan expression of intention to inflict evil, injury, or damage
flitto pass quickly or abruptly from one place or condition to another
sageone (such as a profound philosopher) distinguished for wisdom
perennialpresent at all seasons of the year
occultto shut off from view or exposure : cover
kindredof a similar nature or character : like
applicationan act of applying:
deducibleto determine by reasoning or deduction
tenuoushaving little substance or strength : flimsy