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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| effigy | an image or representation especially of a person |
| genus | a class, kind, or group marked by common characteristics or by one common characteristic |
| aromatic | of, relating to, or having aroma: |
| extenuate | to lessen or to try to lessen the seriousness or extent of (something, such as a fault or offense) by making partial excuses : mitigate |
| appease | pacify |
| masticate | to grind or crush (food) with or as if with the teeth : chew |
| billowing | wave |
| milieu | the physical or social setting in which something occurs or develops : environment |
| functionary | one who serves in a certain function |
| schism | division |