GRE Word List

EPITAPH

an inscription on or at a tomb or a grave in memory of the one buried there

The meaning of the word epitaph is an inscription on or at a tomb or a grave in memory of the one buried there.

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maverickan unbranded range animal
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rusticateto go into or reside in the country : follow a rustic life
dissembleto hide under a false appearance
validateto make legally valid : ratify
forestallto exclude, hinder, or prevent (something) by prior occupation or measures
idolatrythe worship of a physical object as a god
diligencesteady, earnest, and energetic effort : devoted and painstaking work and application to accomplish an undertaking : assiduity
relentto become less severe, harsh, or strict usually from reasons of humanity