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
incrustationa crust or hard coating
analogoussimilar or comparable to something else either in general or in some specific detail
apparentopen to view : visible
ponderousof very great weight
blighta disease or injury of plants marked by the formation of lesions, withering, and death of parts (such as leaves and tubers)
formidablecausing fear, dread, or apprehension
refurbishto brighten or freshen up : renovate
inquisitivegiven to examination or investigation
improvidentnot provident : not foreseeing and providing for the future
beguilehoodwink