GRE Word List

MIMICRY

an instance of mimicking

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

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quintessencethe fifth and highest element in ancient and medieval philosophy that permeates all nature and is the substance composing the celestial bodies
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caninea conical pointed tooth
discombobulatedcharacterized by confusion or disorder
toadyone who flatters in the hope of gaining favors : sycophant
regicidea person who kills a king
lassitudea condition of weariness or debility : fatigue
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