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 |
|---|---|
| calamity | a disastrous event marked by great loss and lasting distress and suffering |
| archaic | having the characteristics of the language of the past and surviving chiefly in specialized uses |
| dabble | to work or involve oneself superficially or intermittently especially in a secondary activity or interest |
| cleave | to adhere firmly and closely or loyally and unwaveringly |
| toady | one who flatters in the hope of gaining favors : sycophant |
| swipe | a strong sweeping blow |
| inhibit | to prohibit from doing something |
| effectuate | to cause or bring about (something) : to put (something) into effect or operation : effect |
| obviate | to anticipate and prevent (something, such as a situation) or make (an action) unnecessary |
| excoriate | to wear off the skin of : abrade |