GRE Word List

EPITOME

a typical or ideal example : embodiment

The meaning of the word epitome is a typical or ideal example : embodiment.

Random words

WordMeaning
eruditehaving or showing knowledge that is gained by studying : possessing or displaying erudition
agilitythe quality or state of being agile : nimbleness
circumscribeto constrict (see constrict
grotesquea style of decorative art characterized by fanciful or fantastic human and animal forms often interwoven with foliage or similar figures that may distort the natural into absurdity, ugliness, or caricature
entrancepower or permission to enter : admission
smotherto kill by depriving of air
undertakerone who undertakes : one who takes the risk and management of business : entrepreneur
inveigleto win over by wiles : entice
haplesshaving no luck : unfortunate
skimto clear (a liquid) of scum or floating substance