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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| ethos | the distinguishing character, sentiment, moral nature, or guiding beliefs of a person, group, or institution |
| edict | a proclamation having the force of law |
| reactionary | relating to, marked by, or favoring reaction |
| pinnace | a light sailing ship |
| engender | beget |
| reprobate | an unprincipled or depraved person : scoundrel |
| debris | the remains of something broken down or destroyed |
| remediable | capable of being remedied |
| litotes | understatement in which an affirmative is expressed by the negative of the contrary (as in "not a bad singer" or "not unhappy") |
| caste | one of the hereditary social classes in Hinduism that restrict the occupation of their members and their association with the members of other castes |