GRE Word List

POTENTATE

ruler

The meaning of the word potentate is ruler.

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disgruntleto make ill-humored or discontented
canvassto go through (a district) or go to (persons) in order to solicit orders or political support or to determine opinions or sentiments
forthcomingbeing about to appear or to be produced or made available
mutedbeing mute : silent
terminuseither end of a transportation line or travel route
consternationamazement or dismay that hinders or throws into confusion
scurryto move in or as if in a brisk pace : scamper
ovoidresembling an egg in shape : ovate
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