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.

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frustrateto balk or defeat in an endeavor
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accessiblecapable of being reached
outfitthe act of fitting out or equipping (as for a voyage or expedition)
renditionthe act or result of rendering something: such as
championa winner of first prize or first place in competition
motleyvariegated in color
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