GRE Word List

POTENTATE

ruler

The meaning of the word potentate is ruler.

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consensusgeneral agreement : unanimity
cantthe expression or repetition of conventional or trite opinions or sentiments
torsothe human body apart from the head, neck, arms, and legs : the human trunk
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latitudeangular distance from some specified circle or plane of reference: such as
hypocriticalcharacterized by behavior that contradicts what one claims to believe or feel : characterized by hypocrisy
philistinea native or inhabitant of ancient Philistia
forgea furnace or a shop with its furnace where metal is heated and wrought : smithy
liabilitythe quality or state of being liable
labyrintha place constructed of or full of intricate passageways and blind alleys