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 |
|---|---|
| urbane | notably polite or polished in manner |
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| entity | being |
| requite | to make return for : repay |
| protocol | an original draft, minute, or record of a document or transaction |
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| reconcile | to restore to friendship or harmony |
| alleviate | relieve |
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