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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| minion | a servile dependent, follower, or underling |
| protract | to prolong in time or space : continue |
| lucre | monetary gain : profit |
| resilient | characterized or marked by resilience: such as |
| inveigle | to win over by wiles : entice |
| ordeal | a primitive means used to determine guilt or innocence by submitting the accused to dangerous or painful tests believed to be under supernatural control |
| decree | an order usually having the force of law |
| rummage | to make a thorough search or investigation |
| accoutre | to provide with equipment or furnishings : outfit |
| brevity | shortness of duration |