GRE Word List
PROTEGE
one who is protected or trained or whose career is furthered by a person of experience, prominence, or influence
The meaning of the word protege is one who is protected or trained or whose career is furthered by a person of experience, prominence, or influence.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| deign | to condescend reluctantly and with a strong sense of the affront to one's superiority that is involved : stoop |
| surreptitious | done, made, or acquired by stealth : clandestine |
| affidavit | a sworn statement in writing made especially under oath or on affirmation (see affirmation |
| cathartic | of, relating to, or producing catharsis |
| mediate | occupying a middle position |
| eloquence | discourse marked by force and persuasiveness |
| ensconce | shelter |
| taint | to contaminate morally : corrupt |
| impute | to lay the responsibility or blame for (something) often falsely or unjustly |
| incidence | rate of occurrence or influence |