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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WordMeaning
waiveto relinquish (something, such as a legal right) voluntarily
incriminateto charge with or show evidence or proof of involvement in a crime or fault
impertinentgiven to or characterized by insolent rudeness
ancillarysubordinate
welta strip between a shoe sole and upper through which they are stitched or stapled together
pertinaciousadhering resolutely to an opinion, purpose, or design
miniona servile dependent, follower, or underling
rankleto cause anger, irritation, or deep bitterness
dieto pass from physical life : expire
ostentatiousattracting or seeking to attract attention, admiration, or envy often by gaudiness or obviousness : overly elaborate or conspicuous : characterized by, fond of, or evincing ostentation