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

WordMeaning
throttleto compress the throat of : choke
ventilateto expose to air and especially to a current of fresh air for purifying, curing, or refreshing
ventto provide with a vent
maverickan unbranded range animal
confluencea coming or flowing together, meeting, or gathering at one point
spatialrelating to, occupying, or having the character of space
promulgateto make (an idea, belief, etc.) known to many people by open declaration : proclaim
oblivionthe fact or condition of not remembering : a state marked by lack of awareness or consciousness
veerto change direction or course
licentiouslacking legal or moral restraints