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
paroxysma fit, attack, or sudden increase or recurrence of symptoms (as of a disease) : convulsion
fruitfulyielding or producing fruit
incommodiousnot commodious : inconvenient
hygienea science of the establishment and maintenance of health
braga pompous or boastful statement
rileto make agitated and angry : upset
melancholydepression of spirits : dejection
miniona servile dependent, follower, or underling
nuptialof or relating to marriage or the marriage ceremony
wearyexhausted in strength, endurance, vigor, or freshness