GRE Word List

MIMICRY

an instance of mimicking

The meaning of the word mimicry is an instance of mimicking.

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WordMeaning
shacklesomething (such as a manacle or fetter) that confines the legs or arms
ironythe use of words to express something other than and especially the opposite of the literal meaning
subdueto conquer and bring into subjection : vanquish
celibateof, relating to, or characterized by celibacy:
vilemorally despicable or abhorrent
lollto hang loosely or laxly : droop
correlateeither of two things so related that one directly implies or is complementary to the other (such as husband and wife)
boorishresembling or befitting a rude or insensitive person : resembling or befitting a boor
avalanchea large mass of snow, ice, earth, rock, or other material in swift motion down a mountainside or over a precipice
institutionan established organization or corporation (such as a bank or university) especially of a public character