GRE Word List

OBEISANCE

a movement of the body made in token of respect or submission : bow

The meaning of the word obeisance is a movement of the body made in token of respect or submission : bow.

Random words

WordMeaning
forebodingthe act of one who forebodes
misnomerthe misnaming of a person in a legal instrument
pastichea literary, artistic, musical, or architectural work that imitates the style of previous work
profusionlavish expenditure : extravagance
glossyhaving a surface luster or brightness
unisonidentity in musical pitch
apologistsomeone who speaks or writes in defense of someone or something that is typically controversial, unpopular, or subject to criticism
lingerto be slow in parting or in quitting something : tarry
braga pompous or boastful statement
reparteea quick and witty reply