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
anthologya collection of selected literary pieces or passages or works of art or music
derelictabandoned especially by the owner or occupant
disingenuouslacking in candor
flauntto display or obtrude oneself to public notice
raucousdisagreeably harsh or strident : hoarse
agapewide open : gaping
contortionsto twist in a violent manner
taxonomistthe study of the general principles of scientific classification : systematics
denigrateto attack the reputation of : defame
allocateto apportion for a specific purpose or to particular persons or things : distribute