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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| bulwark | a solid wall-like structure raised for defense : rampart |
| laity | the people of a religious faith as distinguished from its clergy |
| subdue | to conquer and bring into subjection : vanquish |
| treatise | a systematic exposition or argument in writing including a methodical discussion of the facts and principles involved and conclusions reached |
| scheme | a plan or program of action |
| succor | relief |
| surreptitious | done, made, or acquired by stealth : clandestine |
| sham | a trick that deludes : hoax |
| drastic | acting rapidly or violently |
| compliance | the act or process of complying to a desire, demand, proposal, or regimen or to coercion |