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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| impartial | not partial or biased : treating or affecting all equally |
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| prowess | distinguished bravery |
| overt | open to view : manifest |
| toxic | containing or being poisonous material especially when capable of causing death or serious debilitation |
| acrimonious | angry and bitter : caustic, biting, or rancorous especially in feeling, language, or manner |
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| collage | an artistic composition made of various materials (such as paper, cloth, or wood) glued on a surface |