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
prosaiccharacteristic of prose as distinguished from poetry : factual
clichea trite phrase or expression
ethosthe distinguishing character, sentiment, moral nature, or guiding beliefs of a person, group, or institution
transposeto change the relative place or normal order of : alter the sequence of
probityadherence to the highest principles and ideals : uprightness
euphemismthe substitution of an agreeable or inoffensive expression for one that may offend or suggest something unpleasant
flickerto move irregularly or unsteadily : flutter
venisonthe edible flesh of a game animal and especially a deer
documentproof
perforateto make a hole through