GRE Word List
STANZA
a division of a poem consisting of a series of lines arranged together in a usually recurring pattern of meter and rhyme : strophe
The meaning of the word stanza is a division of a poem consisting of a series of lines arranged together in a usually recurring pattern of meter and rhyme : strophe.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| contempt | the act of despising : the state of mind of one who despises : disdain |
| supererogatory | observed or performed to an extent not enjoined or required |
| cliche | a trite phrase or expression |
| relent | to become less severe, harsh, or strict usually from reasons of humanity |
| impotent | not potent : lacking in power, strength, or vigor : helpless |
| oratorio | a lengthy choral work usually of a religious nature consisting chiefly of recitatives, arias, and choruses without action or scenery |
| indicative | serving to indicate |
| actuate | to put into mechanical action or motion |
| lustrous | reflecting light evenly and efficiently without glitter or sparkle |
| flighty | swift |