GRE Word List

POTENTATE

ruler

The meaning of the word potentate is ruler.

Random words

WordMeaning
distortto twist (see twist
embezzlementto appropriate (something, such as property entrusted to one's care) fraudulently to one's own use
complementsomething that fills up, completes, or makes better or perfect
humilityfreedom from pride or arrogance : the quality or state of being humble
resonantcontinuing to sound : echoing
synthesisthe composition or combination of parts or elements so as to form a whole
bombasticmarked by or given to speech or writing that is given exaggerated importance by artificial or empty means : marked by or given to bombast : pompous
desperatehaving lost hope
composurea calmness or repose especially of mind, bearing, or appearance : self-possession
despiseto look down on with disrespect or aversion