GRE Word List
ANTHOLOGY
a collection of selected literary pieces or passages or works of art or music
The meaning of the word anthology is a collection of selected literary pieces or passages or works of art or music.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| witticism | a cleverly witty and often biting or ironic remark |
| chauvinist | an attitude of superiority toward members of the opposite sex |
| meek | enduring injury with patience and without resentment : mild |
| collation | a light meal allowed on fast days in place of lunch or supper |
| nimble | quick and light in motion : agile |
| penumbra | a space of partial illumination (as in an eclipse) between the perfect shadow on all sides and the full light |
| quorum | a select group |
| innovation | a new idea, method, or device : novelty |
| earthy | of, relating to, or consisting of earth |
| whine | to utter a high-pitched plaintive or distressed cry |