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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sprightlymarked by a gay lightness and vivacity : spirited
putrescentundergoing putrefaction : becoming putrid
indictto charge with a crime by the finding or presentment of a jury (such as a grand jury) in due form of law
mordantbiting and caustic in thought, manner, or style : incisive
friezea heavy durable coarse wool and shoddy fabric with a rough surface
onusburden
medleya musical composition made up of a series of songs or short pieces
patriarchone of the scriptural fathers of the human race or of the Hebrew people
schemea plan or program of action
paltryinferior