GRE Word List

BURLESQUE

a literary or dramatic work that seeks to ridicule by means of grotesque exaggeration or comic imitation

The meaning of the word burlesque is a literary or dramatic work that seeks to ridicule by means of grotesque exaggeration or comic imitation.

Random words

WordMeaning
affirmationthe act of affirming
remissionthe act or process of remitting
interloperone that interlopes: such as
pompositypompous demeanor, speech, or behavior
manifestreadily perceived by the senses and especially by the sense of sight
ambulatoryable to walk about and not bedridden
dooma law or ordinance especially in Anglo-Saxon England
swillwash
rationalhaving reason or understanding
artlesslacking art, knowledge, or skill : uncultured