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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slitherto slide on or as if on a loose gravelly surface
bandyto discuss lightly or banteringly
simperto smile in a silly, affected, or ingratiating manner
shiftto exchange for or replace by another : change
jurisdictionthe power, right, or authority to interpret and apply the law
slacknot using due diligence, care, or dispatch : negligent
wrathstrong vengeful anger or indignation
dossiera file containing detailed records on a particular person or subject
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filibusteran irregular military adventurer