GRE Word List
PROMINENT
standing out or projecting beyond a surface or line : protuberant
The meaning of the word prominent is standing out or projecting beyond a surface or line : protuberant.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| amnesty | the act of an authority (such as a government) by which pardon is granted to a large group of individuals |
| rig | to fit out with rigging |
| swell | to expand (as in size, volume, or numbers) gradually beyond a normal or original limit |
| gaunt | excessively thin and angular |
| prolific | producing young or fruit especially freely : fruitful |
| mat | a piece of coarse, woven, plaited, or felted fabric used especially as a floor covering or a support |
| tension | inner striving, unrest, or imbalance often with physiological indication of emotion |
| fanfare | a short and lively sounding of trumpets |
| abysmal | immeasurably low or wretched : extremely poor or bad |
| bountiful | liberal or generous in bestowing gifts or favors |