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 |
|---|---|
| fatuous | complacently or inanely foolish : silly |
| plausible | superficially fair, reasonable, or valuable but often specious |
| anesthetic | of, relating to, or capable of producing anesthesia |
| descry | to catch sight of |
| amphitheater | an oval or circular building with rising tiers of seats ranged about an open space and used in ancient Rome especially for contests and spectacles |
| abscond | to depart secretly and hide oneself |
| bait | to persecute or exasperate with unjust, malicious, or persistent attacks |
| sift | to put through a sieve |
| potion | a mixture of liquids (such as liquor or medicine) |
| conversant | having knowledge or experience |