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 |
|---|---|
| slag | the dross or scoria of a metal |
| conceit | favorable opinion |
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| chisel | a metal tool with a sharpened edge at one end used to chip, carve, or cut into a solid material (such as wood, stone, or metal) |
| natty | trimly neat and tidy : smart |
| humanitarian | a person promoting human welfare and social reform : philanthropist |
| pretext | a purpose or motive alleged or an appearance assumed in order to cloak the real intention or state of affairs |
| hurtle | to move rapidly or forcefully |