GRE Word List
PARAMOUNT
foremost in importance; supreme; CF. para-: beyond; above; Ex. paranormal
The meaning of the word paramount is foremost in importance; supreme; CF. para-: beyond; above; Ex. paranormal.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| emancipate | set free; liberate |
| handsome | large in quantity; generous; Ex. handsome reward |
| amphibian | able to live both on land and in water; N. |
| empirical | based on experience |
| spangle | small shiny metallic piece sewn to clothing for ornamentation |
| indemnify | make secure against damage or loss; compensate for damage or loss; CF. make uninjured |
| carafe | glass water bottle; decanter |
| conspiracy | treacherous plot; secret plan against the law (by two or more people) |
| marked | noticeable; targeted for vengeance or attack; Ex. marked improvement/man |
| culpable | deserving blame; blameworthy |
