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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| culprit | one accused of or charged with a crime |
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| collation | a light meal allowed on fast days in place of lunch or supper |
| chorus | a company of singers and dancers in Athenian drama participating in or commenting on the action |
| bantering | to speak to or address in a witty and teasing manner |
| marginal | written or printed in the margin of a page or sheet |
| bard | a tribal poet-singer skilled in composing and reciting verses on heroes and their deeds |
| poseur | a person who pretends to be what he or she is not : an affected or insincere person |
| chassis | the supporting frame of a structure (such as an automobile or television) |
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