GRE Word List

MAGNATE

a person of rank, power, influence, or distinction often in a specified area

The meaning of the word magnate is a person of rank, power, influence, or distinction often in a specified area.

Random words

WordMeaning
clandestinemarked by, held in, or conducted with secrecy : surreptitious
awean emotion variously combining dread, veneration, and wonder that is inspired by authority or by the sacred or sublime
blasphemythe act of insulting or showing contempt or lack of reverence for God
orgysecret ceremonial rites held in honor of an ancient Greek or Roman deity and usually characterized by ecstatic singing and dancing
comportto be fitting : accord
ebullientboiling
reconditedifficult or impossible for one of ordinary understanding or knowledge to comprehend : deep
disabuseto free from error, misconception, or fallacy (see fallacy
fugitiverunning away or intending flight
desecrateto violate the sanctity of : profane