GRE Word List

MIMICRY

an instance of mimicking

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

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WordMeaning
chauvinistan attitude of superiority toward members of the opposite sex
parasitean organism living in, on, or with another organism in order to obtain nutrients, grow, or multiply often in a state that directly or indirectly harms the host (see host
artisana worker who practices a trade or handicraft : craftsperson
bombardmenta late medieval cannon used to hurl large stones
foiblethe part of a sword or foil blade between the middle and point
concavehollowed or rounded inward like the inside of a bowl
vitreousresembling glass (as in color, composition, brittleness, or luster) : glassy
wretcha miserable person : one who is profoundly unhappy or in great misfortune
rankleto cause anger, irritation, or deep bitterness
besetto set or stud with or as if with ornaments