GRE Word List

CARICATURE

exaggeration by means of often ludicrous distortion of parts or characteristics

The meaning of the word caricature is exaggeration by means of often ludicrous distortion of parts or characteristics.

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WordMeaning
genusa class, kind, or group marked by common characteristics or by one common characteristic
indignityan act that offends against a person's dignity or self-respect : insult
reciprocateto give and take mutually
emollientmaking soft or supple
causticcapable of destroying or eating away by chemical action : corrosive
tractablecapable of being easily led, taught, or controlled : docile
regicidea person who kills a king
slighthaving a slim or delicate build : not stout or massive in body
dialecticalof, relating to, or in accordance with dialectic
couriermessenger