GRE Word List

PREFIGURE

to show, suggest, or announce by an antecedent type, image, or likeness

The meaning of the word prefigure is to show, suggest, or announce by an antecedent type, image, or likeness.

Random words

WordMeaning
diffidencethe quality or state of being unassertive or bashful : the quality or state of being diffident
mimicryan instance of mimicking
brocadea rich silk fabric with raised patterns in gold and silver
rabblea disorganized or confused collection of things
jetsamthe part of a ship, its equipment, or its cargo that is cast overboard to lighten the load in time of distress and that sinks or is washed ashore
inuredto accustom to accept something undesirable
vauntedhighly or widely praised or boasted about
peremptoryputting an end to or precluding a right of action, debate, or delay
hoarda supply or fund stored up and often hidden away
puissanthaving puissance : powerful