GRE Word List

PARAGON

a model of excellence or perfection

The meaning of the word paragon is a model of excellence or perfection.

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WordMeaning
retardto delay or impede the development or progress of : to slow up especially by preventing or hindering advance or accomplishment
mellifluoushaving a smooth rich flow
quintessencethe fifth and highest element in ancient and medieval philosophy that permeates all nature and is the substance composing the celestial bodies
cresta showy tuft or process on the head of an animal and especially a bird see bird illustration
perverseturned away from what is right or good : corrupt
belittleto speak slightingly of : disparage
jesta joking or mocking remark
effervescencethe property of forming bubbles : the action or process of effervescing
listlesscharacterized by lack of interest, energy, or spirit
acrophobiaabnormal dread of being in a high place : fear of heights