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 |
|---|---|
| ostentatious | attracting or seeking to attract attention, admiration, or envy often by gaudiness or obviousness : overly elaborate or conspicuous : characterized by, fond of, or evincing ostentation |
| wispy | a small handful (as of hay or straw) |
| creed | a brief authoritative formula of religious belief |
| imperial | of, relating to, befitting, or suggestive of an empire or an emperor |
| cipher | zero |
| abridge | to shorten by omission of words without sacrifice of sense : condense |
| bigot | a person who is obstinately or intolerantly devoted to his or her own opinions and prejudices |
| polity | political organization |
| devotee | an ardent follower, supporter, or enthusiast (as of a religion, art form, or sport) |
| callow | lacking adult sophistication : immature |