GRE Word List

TRAVESTY

a debased, distorted, or grossly inferior imitation

The meaning of the word travesty is a debased, distorted, or grossly inferior imitation.

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WordMeaning
ductilecapable of being drawn out (see draw
infiltrateto enter or become established in gradually or unobtrusively usually for subversive purposes
asperityroughness of manner or of temper : harshness of behavior or speech that expresses bitterness or anger
gingerlyvery cautious or careful
quadrupedan animal having four feet
outmodednot being in style
galea strong current of air:
hema border of a cloth article doubled back and stitched down
dissembleto hide under a false appearance
conformitycorrespondence in form, manner, or character : agreement