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

WordMeaning
infirmitythe quality or state of being infirm
solaceto give comfort to in grief or misfortune : console
saturnineborn under or influenced astrologically by the planet Saturn
yokea wooden bar or frame by which two draft animals (such as oxen) are joined at the heads or necks for working together
gruffrough, brusque, or stern in manner, speech, or aspect
squanderto spend extravagantly or foolishly : dissipate
scowlto contract the brow in an expression of displeasure
virtualbeing such in essence or effect though not formally recognized or admitted
inhibitto prohibit from doing something
recriminationa retaliatory accusation