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.

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WordMeaning
fatuouscomplacently or inanely foolish : silly
plausiblesuperficially fair, reasonable, or valuable but often specious
anestheticof, relating to, or capable of producing anesthesia
descryto catch sight of
amphitheateran oval or circular building with rising tiers of seats ranged about an open space and used in ancient Rome especially for contests and spectacles
abscondto depart secretly and hide oneself
baitto persecute or exasperate with unjust, malicious, or persistent attacks
siftto put through a sieve
potiona mixture of liquids (such as liquor or medicine)
conversanthaving knowledge or experience