GRE Word List

PERSONIFY

to conceive of or represent as a person or as having human qualities or powers

The meaning of the word personify is to conceive of or represent as a person or as having human qualities or powers.

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WordMeaning
patentopen to public inspection
triviaunimportant matters : trivial facts or details
eclecticcomposed of elements drawn from various sources
dominaterule
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fazeto disturb the composure of : disconcert
espionagethe practice of spying or using spies to obtain information about the plans and activities especially of a foreign government or a competing company
legerdemainsleight of hand
pedantone who is unimaginative or who unduly emphasizes minutiae in the presentation or use of knowledge
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