GRE Word List

PREEMINENT

having paramount rank, dignity, or importance : outstanding

The meaning of the word preeminent is having paramount rank, dignity, or importance : outstanding.

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WordMeaning
blemishto spoil by a flaw
surpassto become better, greater, or stronger than : exceed
compendiuma brief summary of a larger work or of a field of knowledge : abstract
lowhaving a small upward extension or elevation
pathetichaving a capacity to move one to either compassionate or contemptuous pity
lotterya drawing of lots in which prizes are distributed to the winners among persons buying a chance
juxtaposeto place (different things) side by side (as to compare them or contrast them or to create an interesting effect)
undulatinghaving a wavy surface, edge, or markings
conformitycorrespondence in form, manner, or character : agreement
coteriean intimate and often exclusive group of persons with a unifying common interest or purpose