GRE Word List

SOVEREIGN

one possessing or held to possess supreme political power or sovereignty

The meaning of the word sovereign is one possessing or held to possess supreme political power or sovereignty.

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phenomenaphenomenon
relentto become less severe, harsh, or strict usually from reasons of humanity
panegyrica eulogistic oration or writing
shangri-laa remote beautiful imaginary place where life approaches perfection : utopia
pontificalepiscopal attire
spurnto reject with disdain or contempt : scorn
faunaanimal life
amphitheateran oval or circular building with rising tiers of seats ranged about an open space and used in ancient Rome especially for contests and spectacles
derogatoryexpressive of a low opinion : disparaging
exceptionablebeing likely to cause objection : objectionable