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 |
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| heckler | one who heckles someone (such as a performer or speaker) usually by shouting criticisms or insults |
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| potentate | ruler |
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