GRE Word List

MARSHAL

a high official in the household of a medieval king, prince, or noble originally having charge of the cavalry but later usually in command of the military forces

The meaning of the word marshal is a high official in the household of a medieval king, prince, or noble originally having charge of the cavalry but later usually in command of the military forces.

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extemporaneouscomposed, performed, or uttered on the spur of the moment : impromptu
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swerveto turn aside abruptly from a straight line or course : deviate
supplantto supersede (another) especially by force or treachery
doggedmarked by stubborn determination
spendthrifta person who spends improvidently or wastefully
reminiscentof the character of or relating to reminiscence
robusthaving or exhibiting strength or vigorous health
shrivelto draw into wrinkles especially with a loss of moisture
irrevocablenot possible to revoke : unalterable