GRE Word List
MERCENARY
one that serves merely for wages
The meaning of the word mercenary is one that serves merely for wages.
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| feebleminded | impaired in intellectual ability : affected with intellectual disability |
| contention | a point advanced or maintained in a debate or argument |
| bookish | of or relating to books |
| junta | a council or committee for political or governmental purposes |
| filigree | ornamental work especially of fine wire of gold, silver, or copper applied chiefly to gold and silver surfaces |
| pulpit | an elevated platform or high reading desk used in preaching or conducting a worship service |
| credulity | readiness or willingness to believe especially on slight or uncertain evidence |
| chaplain | a clergyman in charge of a chapel |
| facsimile | an exact copy |
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