GRE Word List
CANTO
one of the major divisions of a long poem
The meaning of the word canto is one of the major divisions of a long poem.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| carrion | dead and putrefying flesh |
| foliage | a representation of leaves, flowers, and branches for architectural ornamentation |
| placid | serenely free of interruption or disturbance |
| abut | to border on : to touch along an edge |
| potent | having or wielding force, authority, or influence : powerful |
| lunar | crescent |
| obsequious | marked by or exhibiting a fawning attentiveness |
| wring | to squeeze or twist especially so as to make dry or to extract moisture or liquid |
| lofty | elevated in character and spirit : noble |
| abide | to bear patiently : tolerate |