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
bereavedsuffering the death of a loved one
reproveto scold or correct usually gently or with kindly intent
pretexta purpose or motive alleged or an appearance assumed in order to cloak the real intention or state of affairs
chapela subordinate or private place of worship: such as
rotethe use of memory usually with little intelligence
writheto twist into coils or folds
magnatea person of rank, power, influence, or distinction often in a specified area
dissembleto hide under a false appearance
enigmasomething hard to understand or explain
amuleta charm (such as an ornament) often inscribed with a magic incantation or symbol to aid the wearer or protect against evil (such as disease or witchcraft)