GRE Word List

EFFIGY

an image or representation especially of a person

The meaning of the word effigy is an image or representation especially of a person.

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ethosthe distinguishing character, sentiment, moral nature, or guiding beliefs of a person, group, or institution
edicta proclamation having the force of law
reactionaryrelating to, marked by, or favoring reaction
pinnacea light sailing ship
engenderbeget
reprobatean unprincipled or depraved person : scoundrel
debristhe remains of something broken down or destroyed
remediablecapable of being remedied
litotesunderstatement in which an affirmative is expressed by the negative of the contrary (as in "not a bad singer" or "not unhappy")
casteone of the hereditary social classes in Hinduism that restrict the occupation of their members and their association with the members of other castes