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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WordMeaning
sharda piece or fragment of a brittle substance
venturesomeinclined to court or incur risk or danger : daring
wheedleto influence or entice by soft words or flattery
covetousmarked by inordinate desire for wealth or possessions or for another's possessions
slaughterthe act of killing
hue_and_cryoutcry; loud cry or clamor; strong protest; Ex. hue and cry against the new rule
scurriloususing or given to coarse language
variegateto diversify in external appearance especially with different colors : dapple
pittancea small portion, amount, or allowance
adroithaving or showing skill, cleverness, or resourcefulness in handling situations