GRE Word List
MINIATURE
a copy on a much reduced scale
The meaning of the word miniature is a copy on a much reduced scale.
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adversary | one that contends with, opposes, or resists : an enemy or opponent |
nonchalance | the quality or state of being nonchalant |
commonwealth | a nation, state, or other political unit: such as |
ascendancy | governing or controlling influence : domination |
incriminate | to charge with or show evidence or proof of involvement in a crime or fault |
cull | to select from a group : choose |
truncate | to shorten by or as if by cutting off |
diabolical | of, relating to, or characteristic of the devil : devilish |
kindle | to start (a fire) burning : light |
apologist | someone who speaks or writes in defense of someone or something that is typically controversial, unpopular, or subject to criticism |