GRE Word List

PRELATE

an ecclesiastic (such as a bishop or abbot) of superior rank

The meaning of the word prelate is an ecclesiastic (such as a bishop or abbot) of superior rank.

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WordMeaning
begrudgeto give or concede reluctantly or with displeasure
poignancythe quality or state of being poignant
spliceto unite (two ropes or two parts of a rope) by interweaving the strands
eclipticof or relating to the ecliptic or an eclipse
idolatrythe worship of a physical object as a god
hideto put out of sight : secrete
barefacedhaving the face uncovered:
clemencydisposition to be merciful and especially to moderate the severity of punishment due
panaceaa remedy for all ills or difficulties : cure-all
bicameralhaving, consisting of, or based on two legislative chambers (see chamber