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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| peripheral | of, relating to, involving, or forming a periphery or surface part |
| precedent | prior in time, order, arrangement, or significance |
| elliptical | of, relating to, or shaped like an ellipse |
| incisive | impressively direct and decisive (as in manner or presentation) |
| traumatic | psychologically or emotionally stressful in a way that can lead to serious mental and emotional problems |
| mausoleum | a large tomb |
| wince | to shrink back involuntarily (as from pain) : flinch |
| insensate | lacking sense or understanding |
| obeisance | a movement of the body made in token of respect or submission : bow |
| presume | to undertake without leave or clear justification : dare |