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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| circumlocution | the use of an unnecessarily large number of words to express an idea |
| simulate | to give or assume the appearance or effect of often with the intent to deceive : imitate |
| faze | to disturb the composure of : disconcert |
| bust | a sculptured representation of the upper part of the human figure including the head and neck and usually part of the shoulders and breast |
| maternal | of, relating to, belonging to, or characteristic of a mother : motherly |
| assumption | a taking to or upon oneself |
| incursion | a hostile entrance into a territory : raid |
| backslide | to lapse morally or in the practice of religion |
| vintner | a wine merchant |
| bully | a blustering, browbeating person |