GRE Word List
POTENTATE
ruler
The meaning of the word potentate is ruler.
Random words
Word | Meaning |
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denizen | inhabitant |
subsidiary | furnishing aid or support : auxiliary |
dissension | disagreement |
stealth | a cautious, unobtrusive, and secretive way of moving or proceeding intended to avoid detection |
undermine | to subvert or weaken insidiously or secretly |
epic | a long narrative poem in elevated style recounting the deeds of a legendary or historical hero |
grouch | a fit of bad temper |
asperity | roughness of manner or of temper : harshness of behavior or speech that expresses bitterness or anger |
miserly | of, relating to, or characteristic of a miser |
tutelage | instruction especially of an individual |