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.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| genus | a class, kind, or group marked by common characteristics or by one common characteristic |
| domicile | a dwelling place : place of residence : home |
| arbitrate | to act as arbiter upon (a disputed question) : to settle (a dispute between two people or groups) after hearing the arguments and opinions of both |
| collation | a light meal allowed on fast days in place of lunch or supper |
| enjoin | to direct or impose by authoritative order or with urgent admonition |
| bearing | the manner in which one behaves or comports oneself : the manner in which one bears (see bear |
| austere | stern and cold in appearance or manner |
| fitful | characterized by fits or paroxysms |
| unobtrusive | not obtrusive : not blatant, arresting, or aggressive : inconspicuous |
| replicate | duplicate |