GRE Word List

SUBSIDIARY

furnishing aid or support : auxiliary

The meaning of the word subsidiary is furnishing aid or support : auxiliary.

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concessionthe act or an instance of conceding (as by granting something as a right, accepting something as true, or acknowledging defeat)
enhanceheighten
gruesomeinspiring horror or repulsion : grisly
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drossthe scum or unwanted material that forms on the surface of molten metal
renowna state of being widely acclaimed and highly honored : fame
scorchto burn a surface of so as to change its color and texture
subversivethe act of subverting : the state of being subverted
effronteryshameless boldness : insolence
vindictivedisposed to seek revenge : vengeful