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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| slither | to slide on or as if on a loose gravelly surface |
| bandy | to discuss lightly or banteringly |
| simper | to smile in a silly, affected, or ingratiating manner |
| shift | to exchange for or replace by another : change |
| jurisdiction | the power, right, or authority to interpret and apply the law |
| slack | not using due diligence, care, or dispatch : negligent |
| wrath | strong vengeful anger or indignation |
| dossier | a file containing detailed records on a particular person or subject |
| catharsis | purification or purgation of the emotions (such as pity and fear) primarily through art |
| filibuster | an irregular military adventurer |