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
benignof a mild type or character that does not threaten health or life
addenduma thing added : addition
clangora resounding clang or medley of clangs
usurythe lending of money with an interest charge for its use
lurkto lie in wait in a place of concealment especially for an evil purpose
ennuia feeling of weariness and dissatisfaction : boredom
guffawa loud or boisterous burst of laughter
statutea law enacted by the legislative branch of a government
caucusa closed meeting of a group of persons belonging to the same political party or faction usually to select candidates or to decide on policy
besmirchto cause harm or damage to the purity, luster, or beauty of (something) : sully