GRE Word List

MIME

an ancient dramatic entertainment representing scenes from life usually in a ridiculous manner

The meaning of the word mime is an ancient dramatic entertainment representing scenes from life usually in a ridiculous manner.

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discernibleable to be perceived by a sense (such as sight or smell) or by the mind : capable of being discerned
augurydivination from auspices (see auspice
mollycoddleto treat with an excessive or absurd degree of indulgence and attention
oratorioa lengthy choral work usually of a religious nature consisting chiefly of recitatives, arias, and choruses without action or scenery
appositehighly pertinent or appropriate : apt
condimentssomething used to enhance the flavor of food
treadto step or walk on or over
manifestreadily perceived by the senses and especially by the sense of sight
backslideto lapse morally or in the practice of religion
afflictiona cause of persistent pain or distress