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
bara straight piece (as of wood or metal) that is longer than it is wide and has any of various uses (as for a lever, support, barrier, or fastening)
arrayto dress or decorate especially in splendid or impressive attire : adorn
residuesomething that remains after a part is taken, separated, or designated or after the completion of a process : remnant
glibshowing little forethought or preparation : offhand
menageriea place where animals are kept and trained especially for exhibition
cataclysmflood
boona timely benefit : blessing
espousemarry
generateto bring into existence: such as
volatilecharacterized by or subject to rapid or unexpected change