GRE Word List
PREEMINENT
outstanding; superior
The meaning of the word preeminent is outstanding; superior.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| impede | hide; retard or obstruct the progress of; block |
| temporize | gain time as by postponing an action; avoid committing oneself |
| impeccable | faultless |
| clasp | hold firmly within arms |
| explicit | totally clear; definite; outspoken |
| veto | vested power to reject a bill; exercise of this right; V: prevent or forbid by exercising the power of veto |
| extol | praise very highly; glorify |
| clamber | climb by crawling with difficulties; scramble |
| disbar | make (a lawyer) leave the bar or the legal profession |
| delusive | deceptive; likely to delude; misleading; raising vain hopes; Ex. delusive promises |