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
remediablecapable of being remedied
betrayto lead astray
protractto prolong in time or space : continue
composurea calmness or repose especially of mind, bearing, or appearance : self-possession
facetany of the definable aspects that make up a subject (as of contemplation) or an object (as of consideration)
antiquatedoutmoded or discredited by reason of age : old and no longer useful, popular, or accepted
palettea thin oval or rectangular board or tablet that a painter holds and mixes pigments on
deducibleto determine by reasoning or deduction
exorciseto expel (an evil spirit) by adjuration
legislaturea body of persons having the power to legislate