GRE Word List
SIMIAN
of, relating to, or resembling monkeys or apes
The meaning of the word simian is of, relating to, or resembling monkeys or apes.
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| facetious | joking or jesting often inappropriately : waggish |
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| epitome | a typical or ideal example : embodiment |
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| hilarity | boisterous merriment or laughter |
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