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

WordMeaning
obtrudeto thrust out : extrude
improprietyan improper or indecorous act or remark
blaseapathetic to pleasure or excitement as a result of excessive indulgence or enjoyment : world-weary
alienateto cause to be estranged : to make unfriendly, hostile, or indifferent especially where attachment formerly existed
requiteto make return for : repay
existentialof, relating to, or affirming existence
rejoinderthe defendant's answer to the plaintiff's replication
impotentnot potent : lacking in power, strength, or vigor : helpless
inarticulateincapable of giving coherent, clear, or effective expression to one's ideas or feelings
nauseouscausing nausea or disgust : nauseating