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
trinketa small ornament (such as a jewel or ring)
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rebuketo criticize sharply : reprimand
novicea person admitted to probationary membership in a religious community
intangiblenot tangible : impalpable
sporadicoccurring occasionally, singly, or in irregular or random instances
emissaryone designated as the agent of another : representative
cozento deceive, win over, or induce to do something by artful coaxing and wheedling or shrewd trickery
wagea payment usually of money for labor or services usually according to contract and on an hourly, daily, or piecework basis
sportivefrolicsome