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.

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WordMeaning
abrogateto abolish by authoritative action : annul
magnanimitythe quality of being magnanimous : loftiness of spirit enabling one to bear trouble calmly, to disdain meanness and pettiness, and to display a noble generosity
diatribea bitter and abusive speech or piece of writing
estrangedhaving lost former closeness and affection : in a state of alienation from a previous close or familial relationship
affirmationthe act of affirming
riddlea mystifying, misleading, or puzzling question posed as a problem to be solved or guessed : conundrum
sinecurean office or position that requires little or no work and that usually provides an income
procurementthe act or process of procuring
insurrectionan act or instance of revolting against civil authority or an established government
adjournto suspend indefinitely or until a later stated time