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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WordMeaning
polemicalof, relating to, or being a polemic : controversial
suckleto give milk to from the breast or udder
requisiteneeded for a particular purpose : essential
emblazonto inscribe or adorn with or as if with heraldic bearings or devices
paeana joyous song or hymn of praise, tribute, thanksgiving, or triumph
predilectionan established preference for something
deciduousfalling off or shed seasonally or at a certain stage of development in the life cycle
allureto entice by charm or attraction
intrepidcharacterized by resolute fearlessness, fortitude, and endurance
fawningseeking or used to seek approval or favor by means of flattery