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
intermittentcoming and going at intervals : not continuous
industriousconstantly, regularly, or habitually active or occupied : diligent
thespianactor
metaphora figure of speech in which a word or phrase literally denoting one kind of object or idea is used in place of another to suggest a likeness or analogy between them (as in drowning in money)
dolorouscausing, marked by, or expressing misery or grief
quadrupedan animal having four feet
succorrelief
tannerone that tans hides
cowthe mature female of cattle (genus Bos)
haughtinessblatantly and disdainfully proud : having or showing an attitude of superiority and contempt for people or things perceived to be inferior