GRE Word List

EDIFICE

building

The meaning of the word edifice is building.

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WordMeaning
colossusa statue of gigantic size and proportions
apologistsomeone who speaks or writes in defense of someone or something that is typically controversial, unpopular, or subject to criticism
seditionincitement of resistance to or insurrection against lawful authority
malingererto pretend or exaggerate incapacity or illness (as to avoid duty or work)
cantthe expression or repetition of conventional or trite opinions or sentiments
inverseopposite in order, nature, or effect
pastrya dough that is used to make pies and other baked goods and typically has a high fat content : paste
indigencea level of poverty in which real hardship and deprivation are suffered and comforts of life are wholly lacking
antithesisthe direct opposite
prophylacticguarding from or preventing the spread or occurrence of disease or infection