GRE Word List

EPITOME

a typical or ideal example : embodiment

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

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WordMeaning
effigyan image or representation especially of a person
genusa class, kind, or group marked by common characteristics or by one common characteristic
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extenuateto lessen or to try to lessen the seriousness or extent of (something, such as a fault or offense) by making partial excuses : mitigate
appeasepacify
masticateto grind or crush (food) with or as if with the teeth : chew
billowingwave
milieuthe physical or social setting in which something occurs or develops : environment
functionaryone who serves in a certain function
schismdivision