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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| malediction | curse |
| scruple | a unit of capacity equal to ¹/₂₄ Apothecaries' ounce see Weights and Measures Table |
| molt | to shed hair, feathers, shell, horns, or an outer layer periodically |
| potable | suitable for drinking |
| anthropologist | the science of human beings |
| ingrained | forming a part of the essence or inmost being : deep-seated |
| oversee | survey |
| entree | the act or manner of entering : entrance |
| impede | to interfere with or slow the progress of |
| succumb | to yield to superior strength or force or overpowering appeal or desire |