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
begetto procreate as the father : sire
peremptoryputting an end to or precluding a right of action, debate, or delay
gaffea social or diplomatic blunder
defunctno longer living, existing, or functioning
boorpeasant
lackadaisicallacking life, spirit, or zest : languid
confideto have confidence : trust
dubiousunsettled in opinion : doubtful
gildto overlay with or as if with a thin covering of gold
nihilista viewpoint that traditional values and beliefs are unfounded and that existence is senseless and useless