GRE Word List

PROXY

the agency, function, or office of a deputy who acts as a substitute for another

The meaning of the word proxy is the agency, function, or office of a deputy who acts as a substitute for another.

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visagethe face, countenance, or appearance of a person or sometimes an animal
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esteemthe regard in which one is held
waneto decrease in size, extent, or degree : dwindle
impelto urge or drive forward or on by or as if by the exertion of strong moral pressure : force
domicilea dwelling place : place of residence : home
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dupeone that is easily deceived or cheated : fool
emollientmaking soft or supple