GRE Word List
SYCOPHANT
a servile self-seeking flatterer
The meaning of the word sycophant is a servile self-seeking flatterer.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| repartee | a quick and witty reply |
| solemnity | formal or ceremonious observance of an occasion or event |
| kaleidoscope | an instrument containing loose bits of colored material (such as glass or plastic) between two flat plates and two plane mirrors so placed that changes of position of the bits of material are reflected in an endless variety of patterns |
| dilatory | tending or intended to cause delay |
| propitiate | to gain or regain the favor or goodwill of : appease |
| compact | predominantly formed or filled : composed |
| asylum | an inviolable place of refuge and protection giving shelter to criminals and debtors : sanctuary |
| missive | a written communication : letter |
| plight | to put or give in pledge : engage |
| potential | existing in possibility : capable of development into actuality |