GRE Word List

APOTHEOSIS

the perfect form or example of something : quintessence

The meaning of the word apotheosis is the perfect form or example of something : quintessence.

Random words

WordMeaning
interpolateto alter or corrupt (something, such as a text) by inserting new or foreign matter
dismantleto disconnect the pieces of
fitacceptable from a particular viewpoint (as of competence or morality) : proper
psychosomaticof, relating to, concerned with, or involving both mind and body
abashto destroy the self-possession or self-confidence of (someone) : disconcert
comprehendto grasp the nature, significance, or meaning of
dawdleto spend time idly
circumlocutionthe use of an unnecessarily large number of words to express an idea
outfitthe act of fitting out or equipping (as for a voyage or expedition)
exudeto ooze out