GRE Word List

SUBSERVIENT

useful in an inferior capacity : subordinate

The meaning of the word subservient is useful in an inferior capacity : subordinate.

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WordMeaning
engrossto copy or write in a large hand
implicationsomething implied: such as
inculcateto teach and impress by frequent repetitions or admonitions
holstera leather or fabric case for carrying a firearm on the person (as on the hip or chest), on a saddle, or in a vehicle
enticeto attract artfully or adroitly or by arousing hope or desire : tempt
elasticcapable of recovering size and shape after deformation
augurydivination from auspices (see auspice
emendto correct usually by textual alterations
peerone that is of equal standing with another : equal
crestfallenhaving a drooping crest or hanging head