GRE Word List
PREFIGURE
to show, suggest, or announce by an antecedent type, image, or likeness
The meaning of the word prefigure is to show, suggest, or announce by an antecedent type, image, or likeness.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| stultify | to have a dulling or inhibiting effect on |
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| cartographer | one that makes maps |
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| filch | to steal secretly or casually |
| sophomoric | conceited and overconfident of knowledge but poorly informed and immature |
| compulsive | having power to compel |
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| mangy | affected with or resulting from mange |
| foliage | a representation of leaves, flowers, and branches for architectural ornamentation |