GRE Word List

POTENTATE

ruler

The meaning of the word potentate is ruler.

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WordMeaning
recessionthe act or action of receding : withdrawal
haphazardmarked by lack of plan, order, or direction
usagefirmly established and generally accepted practice or procedure
deleteriousharmful often in a subtle or unexpected way
acrimoniousangry and bitter : caustic, biting, or rancorous especially in feeling, language, or manner
burgeonto send forth new growth (such as buds or branches) : sprout
vegetateto lead a passive existence without exertion of body or mind
clientelea body of clients
pandemoniuma wild uproar (as because of anger or excitement in a crowd of people)
branda charred piece of wood