GRE Word List
ICON
a person or thing widely admired especially for having great influence or significance in a particular sphere
The meaning of the word icon is a person or thing widely admired especially for having great influence or significance in a particular sphere.
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| Word | Meaning |
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| epic | a long narrative poem in elevated style recounting the deeds of a legendary or historical hero |
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| eschew | to avoid habitually especially on moral or practical grounds : shun |
| collage | an artistic composition made of various materials (such as paper, cloth, or wood) glued on a surface |
| limbo | an abode of souls that are according to Roman Catholic theology barred from heaven because of not having received Christian baptism |
| browbeat | to intimidate or disconcert by a stern manner or arrogant speech : bully |
| commonwealth | a nation, state, or other political unit: such as |
| valediction | an act of bidding farewell |
| resplendent | shining brilliantly : characterized by a glowing splendor |
| repository | a place, room, or container where something is deposited or stored : depository |