GRE Word List

SIGNIFICANT

having meaning

The meaning of the word significant is having meaning.

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WordMeaning
parvenuone that has recently or suddenly risen to an unaccustomed position of wealth or power and has not yet gained the prestige, dignity, or manner associated with it
haughtinessblatantly and disdainfully proud : having or showing an attitude of superiority and contempt for people or things perceived to be inferior
preyan animal taken by a predator as food
convolutedhaving convolutions
arboretuma place where trees, shrubs, and herbaceous plants are cultivated for scientific and educational purposes
punyslight or inferior in power, size, or importance : weak
nurturetraining
tantamountequivalent in value, significance, or effect
nuancea subtle distinction or variation
expansivehaving a capacity or a tendency to expand