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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| somnolent | of a kind likely to induce sleep |
| pendant | something suspended: such as |
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| adverse | acting against or in a contrary direction : hostile |