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
franticemotionally out of control
sojourna temporary stay
embroilto throw into disorder or confusion
proliferateto grow by rapid production of new parts, cells, buds, or offspring
incidencerate of occurrence or influence
brandishto shake or wave (something, such as a weapon) menacingly
billowingwave
expeditiousmarked by or acting with prompt efficiency
slougha place of deep mud or mire
overweeningarrogant