GRE Word List

YEOMAN

an attendant or officer in a royal or noble household

The meaning of the word yeoman is an attendant or officer in a royal or noble household.

Random words

WordMeaning
scaffolda temporary or movable platform for workers (such as bricklayers, painters, or miners) to stand or sit on when working at a height above the floor or ground
detractiona lessening of reputation or esteem especially by envious, malicious, or petty criticism : belittling
capriciousgoverned or characterized by caprice : impulsive
haphazardmarked by lack of plan, order, or direction
siftto put through a sieve
escapadea usually adventurous action that runs counter to approved or conventional conduct
obtrudeto thrust out : extrude
overtopen to view : manifest
vassala person under the protection of a feudal lord to whom he has vowed homage and fealty : a feudal tenant
artisana worker who practices a trade or handicraft : craftsperson